Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies (For Dummies (Pets))

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Your fun guide to selecting, caring, and loving your turtle or tortoise!
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 As for personality, you’d be amazed at how very different they can be, ranging from shy and withdrawn, to outgoing and friendly, to outright aggressive.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 tortoiseProvide a suitable environment for your new palCare for a variety of chelonian (turtle and tortoise) speciesSupply you pet with a satisfying and healthy dietCreate an indoor or outdoor homeUnderstand 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 youChoosing between a turtle and tortoiseWho’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 petsCreating a safe and healthy environment for your petRecognizing 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.

P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you’re probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies (9780764553134). The book you see here shouldn’t be considered a new or updated product. But if you’re in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We’re always writing about new topics!

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ For Dummies
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 7, 2020
Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1119695740
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1119695745
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.3 x 0.9 x 9.2 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,966,514 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #418 in Reptile & Amphibian Care #547 in Biology of Reptiles & Amphibians
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