Hi everyone, I was given my tortoise when I was 15, so when I was told he was ‘A Greek Spur Thighed’ tort, that was enough for me!
I’m now 31, and have recently seen some other Spur Thighed who look quite different. Basically Harry was smaller despite being older, and his shell just seemed more shiny, if that’s the right word? Or like, it’s quite dark/vivid, whereas these torts had quite muted colours.
I feel very stupid, but only then realised there are different subspecies (I know, what an idiot!).
I was hoping someone could tell me if Harry looks like Testudo graeca graeca, or iberia. And if possible, link me to some info about adult sizes so I can see if he’s small for his age, or if he’s ok.
I know I’m late, but I really want to make sure I’m giving him the best possible care, and am worried that my lack of knowledge about possible specifics of his subspecies might have affected him. I want to change that to ensure he’s as happy & healthy as possible!
Thanks in advance
(also, I know his nails need a trim. We can’t get to our vet due to lockdown, so have ordered some clippers to do it ourselves. He only recently woke up from hibernation and I swear they weren’t that long when he went in!)
I’m now 31, and have recently seen some other Spur Thighed who look quite different. Basically Harry was smaller despite being older, and his shell just seemed more shiny, if that’s the right word? Or like, it’s quite dark/vivid, whereas these torts had quite muted colours.
I feel very stupid, but only then realised there are different subspecies (I know, what an idiot!).
I was hoping someone could tell me if Harry looks like Testudo graeca graeca, or iberia. And if possible, link me to some info about adult sizes so I can see if he’s small for his age, or if he’s ok.
I know I’m late, but I really want to make sure I’m giving him the best possible care, and am worried that my lack of knowledge about possible specifics of his subspecies might have affected him. I want to change that to ensure he’s as happy & healthy as possible!
Thanks in advance
(also, I know his nails need a trim. We can’t get to our vet due to lockdown, so have ordered some clippers to do it ourselves. He only recently woke up from hibernation and I swear they weren’t that long when he went in!)