Spider Tortoises (Pyxis arachnoides arachnoides)
Anthony describes these critically endangered chelonians, and their unique characteristics, while introducing viewers to theTurtleRoom’s group of Spider Tortoises.
Tour of the Bronx Zoo
Anthony provides a tour of his family’s October, 2012 trip through the Bronx Zoo in Bronx, New York. On October 14th, 2012, a beautiful day in the Northeast, my family and I travelled to New York City to visit the Bronx Zoo. The weather that day could not have been better, despite this time of year being relatively frigid at times. The turtles and tortoises …
Building a Chelonian Library, Part 1
Steve, Anthony, and Ben recommend a variety of books for your reference and reading pleasure worth adding to your own chelonian library. If you love turtles, chances are you love reading about turtles. A library of references and resources at your fingertips is also important to help you care for the specific needs of your turtles and the potential illnesses and injuries that can occur …
Breeders and Dealers: Green Lights and Red Flags
Steve and Anthony talk about how to check out a turtle breeders and dealers you’ve never done business with before. Picking the right turtle breeder or dealer to buy from can be tricky, especially when you’re looking for hard-to-find animals. Here, you will find a list of things to look for to help you on your way. Many good sellers write thorough ads, giving you …
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Building A Nest Box For Above-Ground Ponds
Anthony walks you through the construction of the nest box for his above-ground ponds. Before deciding to move your animals outside, you must first answer some basic questions before constructing an enclosure: “Will my turtle escape?” “Will predators be able to gain access to my turtles?” “How will I protect them from the elements?” To answer these questions, some planning is necessary and the result will depend on …