Difference between Star tortoises?

[JoshuaL]

Wondering what the differences are between these two species are they the same with a different pattern? Which one is better to keep?

 

[Alex and the Redfoot]

They have some differences not only in appearance and Burmese stars seem to be easier to keep. It's not my experience, but what Tom's written here:

Introduction To The Burmese Star Tortoise

I've been wanting to do this thread for a long time... This species has become one of my all time favorites, and for good reasons! The purpose of all of my ramblings that follow are primarily intended to showcase how great this species is and why its a better species for most people than most...

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