MIReptilian
Member
Folks, I'm all over this message board lately trying to decide between a few different species.
Right now I'm trying to decide between a leopard, hermanns, box turtle, and possibly a redfoot.
I made posts in the leopard and box forums and figured I would get some insight here as well.
I'm in Michigan and looking for a tort that is tolerant of our hot, humid summers and can be easily kept in a basement enclosure (hibernate or not) for at least 6 months of winter.
I have 11acres so a large outdoor area can be built for the summer months. I have a 2000 sqft basement where I can build a winter habitat. Ambient temp in the basement during the winter is 65-70. I could provide supplemental heat to whatever enclosure I build.
I would appreciate opinions, suggestions or otherwise. I would like to hear from other Hermann owners that live further north.
Thank you!
Jeff
Right now I'm trying to decide between a leopard, hermanns, box turtle, and possibly a redfoot.
I made posts in the leopard and box forums and figured I would get some insight here as well.
I'm in Michigan and looking for a tort that is tolerant of our hot, humid summers and can be easily kept in a basement enclosure (hibernate or not) for at least 6 months of winter.
I have 11acres so a large outdoor area can be built for the summer months. I have a 2000 sqft basement where I can build a winter habitat. Ambient temp in the basement during the winter is 65-70. I could provide supplemental heat to whatever enclosure I build.
I would appreciate opinions, suggestions or otherwise. I would like to hear from other Hermann owners that live further north.
Thank you!
Jeff