Edible plants for land and semi-aquatic turtles
Turtles, both land and semi-aquatic, have specific dietary needs that depend, to a greater or lesser extent, on properly selected plants. A proper diet not only affects their growth and … Read More
Author: Dr. Angelika Dawidowicz
Biologist and arachnologist, specializing in the systematics and biology of spiders and the biodiversity of invertebrates. A lifelong terrarium enthusiast, she has been breeding arachnids, insects, and reptiles for many years. She is also the author of popular atlases on exotic animals, including Atlas of Breeding Reptiles, Atlas of Breeding Amphibians, and Atlas of Exotic Spiders. Passionate about education, she regularly conducts workshops and training sessions to share knowledge about nature and exotic animal care.
Russian Tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii) – a native of the Asian steppes
The Russian tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii) belongs to the family Testudinidae (land tortoises), a group fully adapted to life on land. The genus Testudo evolved to inhabit relatively dry environments. Species … Read More
Yellow-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulatus) – a beauty from South America
The yellow-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulatus) is a member of the family Testudinidae. Species in this family are adapted to life on land. Most inhabit relatively dry environments, but some live … Read More
Marginated tortoise (Testudo marginata) – the largest land tortoise in Europe
The marginated tortoise (Testudo marginata) belongs to the family Testudinidae, a group of tortoises fully adapted to life on land. Species within the genus Testudo are particularly suited to relatively … Read More
Wintering land and semi-aquatic turtles
Wintering turtles is a complex and delicate process that every keeper of wintering species should understand. But before diving into the details, let’s clarify the terms wintering, hibernation, and brumation. … Read More
Hermann’s Tortoise (Testudo hermanni) – a long-term companion
Hermann’s tortoise (Testudo hermanni) belongs to the family of land tortoises (Testudinidae). Species from this family are adapted to terrestrial life in relatively dry environments. They have thick, columnar limbs … Read More