The idea for this thread is to present 'tortoise myths' to be either confirmed or busted- understanding that some things may be true for some species, but a myth for others.
Examples:
"Tortoises cannot swim"
PARTIALLY BUSTED. Red- and Yellow-foot tortoises have been seen and photographed swimming in their natural habitat. Probably the similarly built Hinge-back can as well. (Vinke- "South American Tortoises", et al)
Are there documented examples of other species swimming, or proof they cannot?
"Tortoises do not make noises"
BUSTED, although admittedly, this is believed more by the general public than anyone who keeps tortoises, especially male 'teenaged torts'.
Any you want to share, or anything you want busted or confirmed??
Examples:
"Tortoises cannot swim"
PARTIALLY BUSTED. Red- and Yellow-foot tortoises have been seen and photographed swimming in their natural habitat. Probably the similarly built Hinge-back can as well. (Vinke- "South American Tortoises", et al)
Are there documented examples of other species swimming, or proof they cannot?
"Tortoises do not make noises"
BUSTED, although admittedly, this is believed more by the general public than anyone who keeps tortoises, especially male 'teenaged torts'.
Any you want to share, or anything you want busted or confirmed??