Chelonian

The Chelonian category covers turtles, tortoises, and terrapins within recent news and captive care articles as well as herpetological pursuits and efforts to save the species which are threatened by varying changes in their habitat and beyond.


Greek Tortoise | Mediterranean Spur Thigh

Authored by Chris Leone Garden State Tortoise GREEK TORTOISE (Testudo graeca ssp) Naturally found in North Africa, southwest Asia and southern Europe, the Greek tortoise inhabits a variety of spaces. Rocky hillsides, Mediterranean scrub, forests, fields and meadows are all occupied by the tortoises according to subspecies. Some habitats are particularly arid. A highly domed […]

Outdoor Greek Tortoise

ProProps

ProProps Reptile Health Begins at the mouth| Reptile Health

ProProps Developer Dr. Simpson How did you first become involved in the exotic pet industry and more specifically reptiles? I have always had an interest in exotics pets. As a young child I had some weird and wonderful pets like Axolotls, newts, lizards and frogs. I was lucky enough to get into Veterinary School and […]


Star Tortoise | Shining Indoor Tortoise

Authored by Andrew Hermes Arizona Tortoise Compound Star Tortoises | Indoor living! Considering a new pet for your apartment or your new “Tiny” house? Limited on space but would really enjoy a new member of the family? Ever think of a tortoise, as a pet? Yes, there are many different species of tortoises that stay small […]

shell of Star Tortoise