I have not done a formal intro before but I have asked a few questions and been reading a lot. So a bit background, as part of the intro, sorry in advance for the length:
My daughter (10) decided she wanted a tortoise for Christmas after some research and reading up on species on various sites...
Sheldon was bought as a "well started" ~6mo old Eastern Hermanns,and we have had him for about 3 weeks. The more reading I do and pictures I see I'm somewhat questioning what "he" is: shell pattern, and coloration (skin in particular). Looking for help with a positive identification so I can be...
not much is still green in NJ
but this stuff stays nice all winter. Looking to ID and see if it's suitable food for an Eastern Hermanns.
Grows as ground cover and I have a lot. Any input is appreciated.
Happy new year.
I'm currently using a 100w ceramic element for heat and a mini CFL light uvb/uva for light. Both held in a double mini dome about 8-9" above the basking spot.
Based on recommendations I want to move away from CFL. I'd prefer not to scrap the entire set up I have now to do so...
My family just got a ~6 mo Eastern Hermann and I have spent quite some time trolling the site over the past few weeks.
My first question seems to tie to a debated topic but might be an off shoot on the safety (eyes) of CFL bulbs. Most refer to the ones which potentially caused/contributed to...