Tortoise in Australia

[jfoll13]

Hi, I’m new to the forum and was wondering if anyone knows of any breeders in Australia or people willing to ship to Australia for cheap-ish. I’m looking for a russian tortoise. From the research I’ve done it is ok to have them in my state, if anyone knows otherwise it would be very helpful.

 

[KarenSoCal]

I can't help you with finding a tort, but I want to welcome you to the forum!

We have quite a few members close to your age.

Just in case you haven't read these yet, you will find them helpful before you get your baby.

Russian Tortoise Care Sheet

Russian tortoises have great personalities, are very hardy, tolerate a wide variety of enclosure parameters, stay small, and are generally a good "starter" tortoise in my opinion. Here is how I like to set them up: Indoor Enclosure type and size: Most people want to know the minimum size...

tortoiseforum.org

Beginner Mistakes

To comment on Tom's article, go here: http://www.tortoiseforum.org/Thread-split-Beginner-Mistakes#axzz1tG8s05M5 Over the years many of us, myself included, have made many of these mistakes, and we have certainly seen them made many times by others. With springtime upon us and many new...

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[Kapidolo Farms]

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This looks like it might be the closest Zoo to you that would have reptiles/tortoises. I don't know anything about their policies, but you might consider being a volunteer there. That would open the world of who has animals in private hands, the rules and regulations, and maybe even access to getting an animal. You might not bring up your specific interest on your first encounter, give it time and let it play out.

 

[jfoll13]

I can't help you with finding a tort, but I want to welcome you to the forum!

We have quite a few members close to your age.

Just in case you haven't read these yet, you will find them helpful before you get your baby.

Russian Tortoise Care Sheet

Russian tortoises have great personalities, are very hardy, tolerate a wide variety of enclosure parameters, stay small, and are generally a good "starter" tortoise in my opinion. Here is how I like to set them up: Indoor Enclosure type and size: Most people want to know the minimum size...

tortoiseforum.org

Beginner Mistakes

To comment on Tom's article, go here: http://www.tortoiseforum.org/Thread-split-Beginner-Mistakes#axzz1tG8s05M5 Over the years many of us, myself included, have made many of these mistakes, and we have certainly seen them made many times by others. With springtime upon us and many new...

www.tortoiseforum.org

Thanks that was very helpful ?

 

[KhairulTort]

Hi, I’m new to the forum and was wondering if anyone knows of any breeders in Australia or people willing to ship to Australia for cheap-ish. I’m looking for a russian tortoise. From the research I’ve done it is ok to have them in my state, if anyone knows otherwise it would be very helpful.

Sorry to burst your bubble buddy. But as it stands it’s impossible get tortoises legally in Australia because they’re considered an invasive exotic species. I’ve heard little rumours that it may be possible to find them if you know a guy who knows a guy who knows a guy, but even if you could, it might not be worth the risk of keeping them because you won’t be able to seek proper veterinary care if things go wrong.
You’ll also be looking at paying what would essentially ‘black market’ prices for even the most common pet tortoise. Over $2000 and up. Either start making friends with a lot of reptile owners till you stumble upon one, or it might be time to get in to lizards? Or visit the zoo instead ?

 

[Alexluise]

Hi, I’m new to the forum and was wondering if anyone knows of any breeders in Australia or people willing to ship to Australia for cheap-ish. I’m looking for a russian tortoise. From the research I’ve done it is ok to have them in my state, if anyone knows otherwise it would be very helpful.

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[enchilada]

i though aussies call turtle "tortoise" ? well go get a native “tortoise” then ---problem solved lol

 

[ALICE_in_Wonderland]

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Does this mean that they are not illegal to own in Australia??

 

[Noelluene]

https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/72789/prohibited-pets.pdf

all species of tortoises are banned in queensland