Is this a Hermann's?

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msowsun

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Hi, I just bought my first tortoise and this is my first post. The pet store said it is an Eastern Hermann (T.H.B.) about 4 months old. He/she is about 2 1/2 inches long. From what I have seen on this thread it looks like a Western (T.H.H.). What do you all think?

Also, any idea of the sex?

If it helps at all, here is a 2 min HD video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoRaFjoErhE

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RE: Western Hermann's vs. Eastern Hermann's

Thanks for the quick reply. I am curious, what are the main differences between a Greek and a Hermann's? and what was it in the photos were you able to identify him/her by?
 

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RE: Western Hermann's vs. Eastern Hermann's

Thanks very much for all the information. I bought the Greek at "Big Al's" in Oakville and they said it was an Eastern Hermann's. We paid $550 CDN for it. That probably sounds like a lot, but everything seems to cost more in Canada. I don't really mind that it isn't a Hermann's, but I wonder if I paid too much. I thought Hermann's were the most expensive because they are smaller. Are Greeks' generally less expensive than Hermann's? We never got any paper work or certification, is that normal?
 

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Hi msowsun:

Welcome to the forum!! May we know your name and where you are?

For the sake of forum etiquette, I've moved your thread to its own place here on the forum. Its always a good idea to ask your own questions by starting a new thread, so we don't step on anyone's toes! :p

(Note: I sent msowsun an email with the new link so they can find their post)
 

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Hi to everyone,

My name is Mike and I live in Oakville Ontario Canada. Yes, I found the re-located thread. Thanks, because I was thinking I should also post in the Greek section since I now know the correct breed. Right now I have 2 questions: (I'll post some photos of our tortoise table later today with some other questions)

1) Are Greeks' and Hermann's generally the same price?
2) We never got any paper work or certification, is that normal in Canada or USA?
 

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Greeks and Hermann's are relatively the same price depending upon subspecies and size (age). Here in the U.S. captive born hatchling and yearling Greeks and Hermann's range in price from about $90-150 from most sources. I don't know what that converts to in Canadian money. Here in the U.S. there is no certification paperwork required. Hopefully some of our Canadian members can tell you more about that.
 

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GBtortoises said:
Greeks and Hermann's are relatively the same price depending upon subspecies and size (age). Here in the U.S. captive born hatchling and yearling Greeks and Hermann's range in price from about $90-150 from most sources. I don't know what that converts to in Canadian money. Here in the U.S. there is no certification paperwork required. Hopefully some of our Canadian members can tell you more about that.

There is general no certification or paperwork given with torts purchased in Canada.

I don't believe I have ever seen a Hermanns for sale in Ontario. I would ensure you advise Big Al's that they are selling Greeks and not Hermanns. Greeks are also hard to come by in Canada but not impossible.

I think the last time I saw a Greek for sale it was around $450 - $500.

Nice tort,
 

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I paid $300 for my greek, but it was from a breeder. They will always cost more at a pet store
 

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JourneyTort said:
GBtortoises said:
Greeks and Hermann's are relatively the same price depending upon subspecies and size (age). Here in the U.S. captive born hatchling and yearling Greeks and Hermann's range in price from about $90-150 from most sources. I don't know what that converts to in Canadian money. Here in the U.S. there is no certification paperwork required. Hopefully some of our Canadian members can tell you more about that.

There is general no certification or paperwork given with torts purchased in Canada.

I don't believe I have ever seen a Hermanns for sale in Ontario. I would ensure you advise Big Al's that they are selling Greeks and not Hermanns. Greeks are also hard to come by in Canada but not impossible.

I think the last time I saw a Greek for sale it was around $450 - $500.

Nice tort,

At the 2010/11/28 Missisauga Expo I saw Port Credit Pets offering hermann hatchlings for $550.
 
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