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Book Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies

Download or read book Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies written by Liz Palika and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-04-18 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 As for personality, you’d be amazed at how very different they can be, ranging from shy and withdrawn, to outgoing and friendly, to outright aggressive.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 tortoise Provide a suitable environment for your new pal Care for a variety of chelonian (turtle and tortoise) species Supply you pet with a satisfying and healthy diet Create an indoor or outdoor home Understand 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 you Choosing between a turtle and tortoise Who’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 pets Creating a safe and healthy environment for your pet Recognizing 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.

Book Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies

Download or read book Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies written by Liz Palika and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-03-12 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Select the appropriate turtle or tortoise Create the perfect home for your pet Understand your turtle's nutritional requirements Discover how to care for your pet turtle 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 clear, step-by-step instructions on how to set up a tank, maintain proper water conditions, and feed and care for your chelonian. With descriptions of over 80 species of turtles and tortoises and information on everything from heat lamps to photoperiods, you'll find all you need to keep your reptilian companion safe and happy throughout its life. Inside... Provide a suitable environment Care for a variety of species Supply a satisfying and healthy diet Maintain your pet's health Breed your turtle or tortoise Learn more with helpful top ten lists

Book Turtles

    Book Details:
  • Author : Kathryn Stevens
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2015-08
  • ISBN : 9781631437311
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Turtles written by Kathryn Stevens and published by . This book was released on 2015-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction for young readers on the basics of how to care for a pet turtle. Bright photos and clear, simple text lay the foundation for children to take greater responsibility and a more active role in their pets' lives. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fun-facts section, a list of needs and dangers to the pet, and sources for further research.

Book Turtle

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  • Author : Lenny Flank, Jr.
  • Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
  • Release : 2007-07-17
  • ISBN : 0470127597
  • Pages : 212 pages

Download or read book Turtle written by Lenny Flank, Jr. and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007-07-17 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! With their interesting shells and slow, deliberate demeanors, turtles are intriguing creatures. The more you know about turtles, the more fascinated you'll be as you watch your pet enjoy life in the slow lane. With colorful photos, charts, and tables, this guide covers the basics, including: * Choosing your turtle--terrestrial or aquatic * Setting up a tank with the right environment * Essential equipment and supplies * Maintaining the proper temperature, lighting, and humidity * Feeding and caring for your turtle

Book Turtles

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  • Author : Marie Devers
  • Publisher : Eldorado Ink
  • Release : 2009
  • ISBN : 1932904425
  • Pages : 113 pages

Download or read book Turtles written by Marie Devers and published by Eldorado Ink. This book was released on 2009 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers advice and information on the care of turtles, including the various types of turtles, nutrition, exercise, grooming, and training.

Book Keeping and Breeding Freshwater Turtles

Download or read book Keeping and Breeding Freshwater Turtles written by Russ Gurley and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Adopting a Pet For Dummies

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  • Author : Eve Adamson
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2005-10-13
  • ISBN : 0471785121
  • Pages : 386 pages

Download or read book Adopting a Pet For Dummies written by Eve Adamson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-10-13 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Develop a loving relationship with your adopted pet Your fun and easy guide to the challenges and rewards of adopting a pet Thinking about adopting or rescuing an animal? This friendly guide gives you a no-nonsense introduction to the process and helps you select the right companion for you and your family. You'll see how to handle everything from feeding, health care, and housetraining to obedience, behavior issues, and special needs for older and abused animals. Discover how to * Work with shelters and rescue groups * Navigate the procedures and paperwork * Find a supportive veterinarian * Adopt a dog, cat, bird, critter, or exotic pet * Help your pet adjust to its new home

Book Reptiles and Amphibians For Dummies

Download or read book Reptiles and Amphibians For Dummies written by Patricia Bartlett and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-05-09 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with tips to care for your special critter Choose the right lizard, turtle, or snake - and give your pet the best care Fanatical about frogs? Gaga over geckos? This essential guide tells you what you must know before you own a reptile or amphibian, with authoritative advice on everything from proper caging and feeding to health care, socializing, transporting, and more. You'll find out about the different species, normal and abnormal behavior, the basics of breeding, and complying with laws. The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top ten lists * A dash of humor and fun

Book Turtles

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  • Author : Whit Gibbons
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2009-12-21
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 208 pages

Download or read book Turtles written by Whit Gibbons and published by . This book was released on 2009-12-21 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a friendly mix of scientific analysis and basic encyclopedic coverage, Gibbons and Greene discuss a broad range of turtle topics, including behavior, ecology, reproduction and development, turtle-human relationships, and the appearance of turtles in popular literature.

Book Sea Turtles

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  • Author : James R. Spotila
  • Publisher : JHU Press
  • Release : 2004-11-12
  • ISBN : 0801880076
  • Pages : 254 pages

Download or read book Sea Turtles written by James R. Spotila and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2004-11-12 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marine biologist James R. Spotila has spent much of his life unraveling the mysteries of these graceful creatures and working to ensure their survival. In "Sea Turtles," he offers a comprehensive and compelling account of their history and life cycle based on the most recent scientific data and suggests what we can be done to save them. Illustrated with stunning, full-color photographs. 0-808-8007-6$24.95 / Johns Hopkins University Press

Book Respiratory Processes in Aquatic Turtles During Submergence

Download or read book Respiratory Processes in Aquatic Turtles During Submergence written by Anna Laura Hintze and published by . This book was released on 1928 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Turtles of the Southeast

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  • Author : Kurt Buhlmann
  • Publisher : University of Georgia Press
  • Release : 2008
  • ISBN : 9780820329024
  • Pages : 270 pages

Download or read book Turtles of the Southeast written by Kurt Buhlmann and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seventy-five percent of the turtle species in the United States can be found in the Southeast. In fact, the region is second only to parts of Asia in its number of native turtles. Filled with more than two hundred color photographs and written with a special focus on conservation, this guide covers forty-five species of this nonthreatening, ancient lineage of long-lived reptiles. Heavily illustrated, fact-filled descriptions of each species and its habitat comprise the heart of the book. Species accounts cover such information as descriptions of adults and hatchlings; key identifiers including size, distinctive characters and markings; land, river, pond, and wetland habitats; behaviors and activities; food and diet; reproduction; predators and defense; and conservation issues. Also included is a wealth of general information about the importance of turtle conservation and the biology, diversity, and life history of turtles. Discussed are distinguishing turtle characteristics; differences among turtles, tortoises, and terrapins; shell structure and architecture; reproduction and longevity; turtle predators and defense mechanisms; and turtle activities such as basking, hibernation, aestivation, and seasonal movement. Useful information about the interactions of humans and turtles is also covered: species that are likely to be commonly encountered, turtles as pets, and more. Clearly written, cleanly designed, and fun to use, the guide will promote a better understanding of the habitat needs of, and environmental challenges to, this fascinating group of animals. Features: In-depth descriptions of the forty-two native species Conservation-oriented approach More than two hundred color photographs Nearly forty distribution maps Clear descriptions of each species, including differences in the appearance of young and mature turtles “Did You Know?” sidebars of interesting turtle facts Size charts; key identifiers; and information about habitat, behavior and activity, food and feeding, reproduction, predators and defense, and conservation

Book The Box Turtle Manual

    Book Details:
  • Author : Philippe de Vosjoli
  • Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
  • Release : 2004-02-01
  • ISBN : 1620080362
  • Pages : 97 pages

Download or read book The Box Turtle Manual written by Philippe de Vosjoli and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2004-02-01 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Box Turtle Manual seeks to “help prospective owners keep their turtles healthy and happy.” Given the low price tag placed on a box turtle in a pet shop, many casual shoppers add a box turtle to their household without preparation or knowledge about how to keep the animal alive. Since quality information is difficult to find on box turtles, Philippe de Vosjoli and Dr. Roger Klingenberger remedy the situation with this Advanced Vivarium Systems edition dedicated to box turtles. The authors believe that these popular and beautiful turtles….”may teach you one or two lessons about the delicate balance of life, natural law, and the many ways in which intelligence in manifested in nature.” The book presents background information and guidelines for caring for a box turtle, including selecting a health specimen, acclimating the turtle, indoor and outdoor housing, heating and lighting requirements, feeding and handling, hibernation and breeding. The authors recommend three specific species of box turtles as good pet candidates: they provide photos and information on ornate box turtles, common Asian box turtles, and Chinese box turtles. Dr. Klingenberger provides a chapter on diseases and disorders that gives specific advice about dealing with dehydration, nutritional problems, parasitic problems, and vitamin deficiency. A five-page troubleshooting chart for health problems concludes the chapter. Resources and index included.

Book Caring for Your Turtle

Download or read book Caring for Your Turtle written by Colleen Sexton and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2013-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Both water turtles and land turtles can be kept as pets. These unique creatures are not the most common pets, and it is best to try to re-create their natural environments as much as possible. A happy pet turtle can live for a very long time, sometimes as long as 50 years!

Book The Turtle

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  • Author : Lenny Flank, Jr.
  • Publisher : *Howell Book House
  • Release : 1997-03-18
  • ISBN : 9780876054994
  • Pages : 132 pages

Download or read book The Turtle written by Lenny Flank, Jr. and published by *Howell Book House. This book was released on 1997-03-18 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a chelonian lover whose collection of reptiles and amphibians numbers close to 100 specimens. Advice on the 10 best and 10 worst turtles and tortoises for beginners.

Book Your First Turtle

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  • Author : Louis Dampier
  • Publisher : TFH Publications
  • Release : 1992-06
  • ISBN : 9780866221085
  • Pages : 34 pages

Download or read book Your First Turtle written by Louis Dampier and published by TFH Publications. This book was released on 1992-06 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Goldfish Breeds and Other Aquarium Fishes  Their Care and Propagation

Download or read book Goldfish Breeds and Other Aquarium Fishes Their Care and Propagation written by Herman Theodore Wolf and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: