Asexual reproduction isn’t possible because all eggs laid without mating with a male will be unfertilized. Even if no mating has occurred, the egg will still form and be laid. […]

While it’s easy to tell when most animals are happy, the same can’t be said for reptiles like tortoises. Deciphering a tortoise’s subtle body language can be challenging if you […]

There will be occasions when you must transport a tortoise in the car, like going to the vet for medical care, taking an extended vacation, or moving to a new […]

If you have a pet tortoise, you may wonder if it needs company. A group of tortoises that live together is called a ‘creep.’ Most tortoise species are solitary animals […]

Tortoises can be clever escape artists who break free of their enclosures. That’s why it’s worth putting a tracker on a tortoise to quickly and easily find them. Some tortoises […]

With repetition and positive reinforcement, tortoises can learn tricks, like navigating a maze or knocking at the door. Training a tortoise can be a long and involved process, but they’re […]

Although tortoises have long lifespans, you must still prepare for their passing. Give yourself time to mourn, but grieving the death of your tortoise for 2-3 days without any preparations […]

Most tortoises hibernate between November and February to conserve energy when temperatures get too cold. So, environmental disturbances can awaken them prematurely. An owner can wake their tortoise by accident […]

Horsefield tortoises (also known as Russian tortoises, central Asian tortoises, steppe tortoises, four-toed tortoises, and Afghan tortoises) are part of a group called Mediterranean tortoises. They’re desirable due to their […]