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Turtle/Tortoise Suggestion

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Can anyone suggest a good turtle or tort to have that is easier to keep for beginners (other than a slider or painted). I have had them in the past but want something more exotic and since it appears box turtles are illegal in NY....
 
Ryan,
Redfoots are wonderful. They are very intelligent, extremely personable, they don't get too big, and best of all, they won't try and dig a new basement for you in the backyard.
 

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Ryan,
Although I do carry a book called Popular Tortoises, the best book that I have found on them is: Practical Care and Maintenance of The Redfoot Tortoise (Geochelone carbonaria in Captivity) by Mike Pingleton.

I have never had any success purchasing it at a wholesale basis where I could then in turn offer it for sale. But I know that Mike does frequent the Tortoise forum on Yahoo and you could probably purchase it directly from him.

Other then that, I'm sure that Amazon may have a copy or two available.

As far as the tortoises themselves, I've kept them for several years and I would be happy to answer any questions that you might have. They are absolutely wonderful creatures.
 
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