Feeding a pet turtle or tortoise may seem simple – just offer a mix of vegetables, the odd fruity treat, a bit of meat here and there or scraps from the table. But there’s more to it than meets the ...

Tortoises can be a big commitment and live a long time. Tortoises are popular pets since they are quiet, cute (especially as hatchlings), and don't shed fur. But tortoises can live a very long time ...

CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. Consummate herbivores, tortoises have a healthy and hearty diet at Smithsonian's National Zoo. Here, caretakers walk us through what goes into ...

Water turtles require more extensive care and are recommended to be kept outdoors to help duplicate it's natural environment, the club said. The turtle needs a large swimming area (a children's pool ...