Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies by Liz Palika (9780764553134)

Description - Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies by Liz Palika

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be, ranging from shy and withdrawn, to outgoing and friendly, to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.

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