Short Description:

For both beginner and advanced hobbyists comes a brand new reptile and amphibian series. Each title in the Complete Herp Care series contains in-depth, current information on a wide variety of topics, including breeding, housing, nutrition, and health care. All authors are experienced writers and experts in their field. Every book is fully illustrated and contains multiple sidebars and tip boxes. Covering a wide range of topics, such as nutrition, helath care, breeding, adn how to construct both indoor and outdoor habitats for Russian tortoises, this book will provide extensive facts and interesting ideas for reptile fans at every level of the hobby.

Long Description:
Russian Tortoises (Complete Herp Care series) The Russian tortoise and its relatives, the Greek Egyptian, Hermann's, and marginated tortoises, have been kept as pets for centuries. It's no wonder. Their behaviors and activities are fascinating to watch, while their small size and cute faces endear them to people of all ages. However, these animals can't be turned loose in the house and be expected to thrive. If you want your spunky pet tortoise to be healthy, you have to provide him with the proper environment and diet. This guide is a complete care manual for these interesting and endearing species. The colorful sidebars, boxes, and photographs illustrate key topics essential to OWNERers of Russian, Greek, Egyptian, Hermann's, and marginated tortoises. Russian Tortoises will help you keep your tortoise healthy for all of his long life. Features of Russian Tortoises include: Information on natural history How to construct both indoor and outdoor habitats Methods of heating and lighting Complete guide to nutrition and feeding Detailed breeding instructions Current health care information