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Hi everyone, I am looking to obtain a golden greek. These are the pics I received from the seller (they are not the original breeders so I was not able to confirm the adults, they did inform me the torts are about 6 months old). Based on my searches, these look too dark to be goldens? Any...

Hi everyone, In continuation of research into this species, I have come across some confusing data/anecdote about what a good temperature range for Egyptians are. So far I have seen a couple of sources (http://www.dwherp.com/egyptian_care.htm, http://home.earthlink.net/~fridjian/id4.html)...

Hi everyone, In continuation of research into this species, I have come across some confusing data/anecdote about what a good temperature range for Egyptians are. So far I have seen a couple of sources (http://www.dwherp.com/egyptian_care.htm & http://home.earthlink.net/~fridjian/id4.html...

Hi everyone So I have been trying to figure out a way to mount a flourescent strip light for the UV bulb (I am going with the reptisun 5.0 bulbs). Can someone (who has them) please measure the actual bulbs for me? (length not including the two metal rods on either side...just cap to cap)...

Hi I have been thinking about different designs for water dishes. My criteria are: 1) a material that isnon toxic and safe to use 2) with a slope that leads up into the dish, so there is no defined ledge 3) with a slope that leads into the dish, so again there is no defined ledge. This way...

Hi everyone, So I have been reading through this forum a lot and trying to look at as many pics as I can, but I am completely confused on how to tell the difference between Egyptians, Greek, margin aged tortoises etc. they all look the same to me. Of course there is the size issue, but...

Hi everyone, I thought I would start a star journal. One to share these lovely creatures with everyone, and two, it would help me keep track of their development and growth. Right now, I have just one entry, but hopefully over time, this would grow. A little background info: Tortoises: 2 Sri...

Hi, In the middle of rescaping my tort and turtle enclosure, thought I would take some pics of them and share them with you guys. Eastern Box Turtle juvis: These guys are still young, and are just starting to show their personality, so they have yet to be named. Indian Star Tortoise...

Hi all, This is something I have been experimenting for a while now...the location to put the food dish. I have tried: near/under the hot spot near the cool end near the middle temp range. Still cant figure out which one would be best. Do you guys have any experience/knowledge of...

Hey There hasnt been too many updates I could find online about the "recent" issues with Mega-Ray. Any1 have any up to date insight with the bulbs? Thanks

Hey I noticed a lot of people use tupperwares with a hole cut into them as a hide (dry/humid) for their tortoise enclosures. I was just wondering if you guys worry about air circulation in those hides. What I mean are the hides where the hole is not cut into the smaller end of the...

Hey Anyone mind ID-ing this plant for me? I think its an Opuntia, can anyone confirm? and tell me what species? Thanks

Hey Last night I noticed some odd white lines and form concetric circles on the shell of my baby greek. I am not sure if its a recent development or has been there for a while, but most of it seems to be on the baby scutes. Anything I need to worry about? Aside from the lines, nothing...

Hey Sorry this has already been asked, I was having trouble searching for the info. I was wondering if the leaves and flowers of strawberries and cucumber are safe for them to eat? Thanks

Hey Sorry if this is the wrong forum, but I have been having the hardest time locating some fresh opuntia in the area. (I found some in a Mexican food store, but they didnt look nice at all, and I have been told to avoid those) If anyone has an idea, please let me know. Or even online...

Hey What would be a good size of an wooden enclosure for an adult greek tortoise (Testudo graeca graeca)? Much appreciated.

Hey I am preparing for a baby tortoise, but I just realized that I will be getting a newly hatched tortoise (at about a week's age) from the breeder and its making a ~6hr trip to get here. I am just a little worried about transporting and rehoming such a young tortoise. Some sources I have...

Hey guys, Just wanted to say hi!! I am in the middle of preparing for my baby greek tortoise that will be arriving in the near future. Looking forward to get to know you guys. Thanks