Turtles & Tortoises: Beginning Vivarium Systems

Travel through the fantastic lands and waterways of tortoises and turtles in this exciting book. Don't let the fairy tale tortoise's slow pace fool you - these reptiles make cool pets. Here you'll meet the smelly "stinkpot" turtle, the beautiful leopard tortoise, the fierce alligator snapper, and others. You'll learn all about these charismatic chelonians, including how to feed and house them - and why you should wear shoes around snapping turtles! Find out what a pancake tortoise is (hint: not a slimy breakfast food) and how much the giant Galapagos tortoise weighs. This jam-packed guide includes tons of information including the coolest turtles and tortoises for young herpetoculturists aged 8-13. Tells you where to go and what you need to find turtles and tortoises. It shows you how to make a good spacious home for your hard-backed buddy and includes fun activities and stickers.