Recent content by Victoria Wilder

I apologize - I don't have a great grasp on these turtles' needs so I wasn't sure of the urgency of the situation. Here is a picture I took without flash where you can kind of see how dark it is in there, and I was under the impression they needed a light, especially since their amount of...

Edit: the temperature lows are in the 40's here in Arizona.

Here is a picture of the turtle that is being covered by another turtle. I took this when I went to the restaurant the first time - before I knew about tortoise forum/groups, etc. And was concerned. PLEASE remember the flash from my phone is the source of light. Other than that it is PITCH BLACK.

Hi all, I'm new to all of this and have been doing extensive research on purchasing an Eastern Hermann's or Ibera Greek tortoise. Tonight, while doing food deliveries, I went to this restaurant where they have 5 turtles in one small enclosure. There is no UVB lamp, no heat lamp - nothing...