The Complete Idiot's Guide to Turtles & Tortoises

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Alpha Books, 1998 - Nature - 270 pages

You're no idiot, of course, but there's much more to turtle and tortoise care than just a plastic bowl and a sprinkle of food flakes. Turtles and tortoises walked with the dinosaurs, but it's not always easy for them to live with us. Each species has its own complex needs, from the right environment and the right food to the right temperature and humidity. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Turtles & Tortoises is full of comprehensive information on every aspect of turtle and tortoise care, presented in an easily accessible, quick, fun format, with care tips, pitfalls to avoid, and interesting facts. In this Complete Idiot's Guide you get:

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Contents

Is a Turtle or Tortoise Right for You?
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What fire You Expecting from a Turtle?
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What Are You Expecting from a Turtle?
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