Your fun guide to selecting, caring, and loving your turtle or
tortoise! Coexisting with a turtle or tortoise may not be a warm
and fuzzy experience, but it definitely has its rewards. And with
more than 250 species to choose from, you're bound to find one
that's right for you. Looks-wise, they can range from very plain
and unadorned to a brightly colored and embellished with every
manner of crest, crown, spike, and dewlap. As for personality,
you'd be amazed at how very different they can be, ranging from shy
and withdrawn, to outgoing and friendly, to outright aggressive.
And when it comes to longevity, well, let's just say that when you
commit to a turtle or tortoise, you're in it for the long haul. For
example, the standard American box turtle can live more than 125
years, a leopard tortoise has a life span of up to 100 years, and
an aldabran tortoise can live to be more than 200 years old! This
fun guide will help you choose the perfect turtle or tortoise for
your lifestyle and give it the care it needs to thrive. Turtle and
tortoise expert Liz Palika provides cl ear, step-by-step
instructions on how to: Select the appropriate turtle or tortoise
Provide a suitable environment for your new pal Care for a variety
of chelonian (turtle and tortoise) species Supply you pet with a
satisfying and healthy diet Create an indoor or outdoor home
Understand your turtle's or tortoise's special needs Generously
illustrated with line drawings and high-quality photographs,
Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies covers all the bases. Topics
covered include: Deciding whether a turtle or tortoise is right for
you Choosing between a turtle and tortoise Who's Who of turtles and
tortoises--a complete guide to dozens of species, where they're
from, what they're like, and how they are as pets Creating a safe
and healthy environment for your pet Recognizing and treating
common health problems and finding a good veterinarian to help you
care for your chelonian Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies is your
fun guide to selecting, caring for, and sharing your life with a
chelonian. P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you're
probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to
give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the
previous release of Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies
(9780764553134). The book you see here shouldn't be considered a
new or updated product. But if you're in the mood to learn
something new, check out some of our other books. We're always
writing about new topics!
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