Hi, I was reading up a bit about russian torts, some sites say they are very easy to care for and others say they are touchier to keep than other types of torts. I was wondering what most keepers would say?
Tom said:Pretty easy. Just don't try keeping them in pairs.
Tom said:I think the russians and the hermanns are both great to start with. Any adult tortoise is going to need some room to move around.
lynnedit said:Probably a good thing. I wonder if there are any rescue organizations for reptiles in your general area?
CactusVinnie said:They are the best choice for you in Manitoba. If an abundance of weeds, they are quite ok with the short warm season there, since in habitat they spend only about 3 months above, gorging, fattening, laying eggs. The extreme places where is found are not unlike Manitob after all- central Kazakhstan. Be careful about rain protection, they cannot take cold rain; spring and autumn are critical.
Yeah, take a Canadian citizenship one ... wildcaught adapt harder, and imports are severely depleting their numbers. Not much captive-bred there, as it is always easier to poach... until total depletion, in some places.