identification

Hi! I have rescued what I was told was a female western hermann. I think her shell is very unique and does not fit all the classic characteristics. Perhaps she is a hybrid? I find it all very fascinating so wanted to see if anyone wanted to chime in? She’s a pretty lady no matter what 💚🐢 Ps-...

Hello all, this is Capone. I recently purchased him last week and he was advertised as a spekes hingeback. He’s been eating well and seems pretty active throughout the day however I’ve only just now found out about people importing bells hingebacks under the name of spekes hingebacks. Would...

Hello everyone, Im having an extremely difficult time identifying my tortoise. I took her in from a neglected home and I have been doing everything in my power since day one to give her the life she deserves. I've narrowed her down to being a testudo tortise and i believe she could be a...

I have this tortoise and still haven’t checked at the vet what exact species it is, it has spurs on it thighs so it must be from Testudo greaca. But what subspecies it is I have no clue if anyone wants to have a guess. It’s 1 year old.

Hello internet, I was recently gifted this little man and whilst he has settled well I am struggling to identify the species/sub species. I revisited the store he was purchased from (to repeat he was a very unexpected, but now much loved, gift for me) and was only told "he's a tortoise". I'm...

Hey everyone, I’m looking for some identification advice. I’m not sure what species my tortoise is. I inherited him and i’m not sure of his backstory. I love him to absolute bits and I just want to know how best to care for him. Everywhere I seemed to look, I could only find the tortoises that...

This tortoise is believed to be either a Greek or Hermann tortoise but unsure as cant find spurs on thighs or tail. The tortoise is about 9inches long and has lived for over 50years. If anyone is able to give any information on this little guy (not just its breed) that would be great!!

I got this turtle from a friend. I am kind new to owning a turtle. I had a red eared slider years ago. Does anyone know what kind these two are?

first time posting so i dont know if im doing this right, hi! I live in northeast Oklahoma and this little guy walked by my window. I saw this blob of bright red on his shell, so I went to check on him in case it was a wound. it turned out to just be marker. I don't know if he's some kid's...

Hi folks, I adopted this beautiful lady a couple of months back. Appreciate your help on a few things: Identification: have three Greek tortoises, but this doesn’t look anything like them; any guesses on breed and age? The gash: There’s a big white scar running across her shell, but it is...

Hiiii, I adopted a tortoise 5 months ago , but i can’t identify what species they are.

I just got this guy(or girl). It was abandoned at a friend’s house by some people that moved. She knows nothing about it. Because Herman’s and Russians have different enclosures and diets, I want to do what is right. Thanks in advance.

A tortoise was found in my neighborhood and I would like to know what type it is so that it is fed and taken care of properly if the owner is not found. Please take a look and idea if you can. Thanks

Hello all! I am currently poised to inherit my grandfather's tortoise and want to ensure that I know his species and proper care before I take him in. I have attached images below. Unfortunately I know very little about his care... all that I know is that the tortoise is, at the very least, 60...

Hi I have two marginated tortoises, they are both 3 years old and about 5-6 inches long. Can I sex them? If so here are some pics. Thanks!

I recently found a tortoise, but I’m unsure about what exact species it is. I would appreciate anyone’s help in identifying it, so I can then figure out what diet is best to feed my new pet. Thank you!

Hi everyone- I found this tortoise in my yard. Can you help me identify what species it is? from my online research I think it's a sulcata? its pretty small (8 inches long) so most likely a baby?

Hi! Adopted this male & female pair last week (I was told they are Hermanns). Previous owner only fed them lettuce. He’s had them for 2 years and says they’re 4 years old. They get a along very well (I know I know) and have been trying to mate. Both are active with healthy behavior. It’s hot...

Can anybody kind enough please help identify my 5 tortoises. Last week one of the males went to the vets about a prolapse and had an operation and he thinks he could be Egyptian but I think they are too dark, they are all 5years old

Is this shepherds purse? I used the google plant identification and it says it is but I know it’s not always right and I don’t wanna risk it, I’m absolutely horrible at identifying plants so I’m asking here ? it’s just a piece of it as I’ve already cut all the leaves and washed it. I also think...