Russian Tortoises in captivity

Rodeo 2012, kt., 94 Seiten, 63 Farbfotos.

Russian tortoises have a long history in the pet trade. They have been imported in large numbers from across their natural range and can be found thriving in backyards across the United States and much of the world. These tortoises are hardy, stay small, most are cold tolerant, and they can become quite personable in captivity.

In this book, top tortoise breeder Jerry Fife provides information from his many years of keeping and breeding Russian tortoises. He includes in this book their proper care, feeding and nutrition, enclosure design information, info on keeping them healthy, and insights into breeding Russian tortoises, incubating their eggs, and raising healthy offspring. Fife's newest book will help hobbyists to be successful in maintaining their tortoises and, most importantly, to encourage captive breeding and the proper care of young tortoises.