Turtles & Tortoises is the latest information-packed book in the Beginning Vivarium Systems(tm) series. Written for the young herpetoculturist, the book features need-to-know info, including the difference between a turtle and tortoise, why both make good pets, and what to feed them. Written by Russ Case, author of Lizards and Snakes and also editor of Reptiles magazine. Turtles & Tortoises is a fun and informative look at these hard-shelled companions for readers 8-13!
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Russ Case has written a fine introduction to turtles for the young reader with an emphasis on providing essential information on responsible care. It fills an important niche and is a strong addition to Bowtie's Beginning Vivarium Systems TM series." --Philippe de Vosjoli, Founder of the Advanced Vivarium Systems TM Series.
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The highly acclaimed Advanced Vivarium Systems(tm) books, founded and guide by herpetocultural pioneer Philippe de Vosjoli, are the #1 books on reptile care. From choosing a pet to selecting a veterinarian to feeding, housing, breeding, and more, these books deliver the most helpful and up-to-date information available on popular reptiles and amphibians kept as pets.
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Great book for newcomers to turtles & tortoises,
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This review is from: Turtles & Tortoises (Beginning Vivarium Systems) (Paperback)
This book is a great start for people interested in keeping pet turtles and tortoises. It has excellent photos, a fun design and writing that is easy to understand. Kids can follow the book's advice and instructions without a problem.
One of the best aspects of this book is the chapter on different species of turtles and tortoises and how to care for them. If you read this chapter before you go out and get one of these pets, you'll have a much great chance of success in keeping your turtle or tortoise alive. I highly recommend this book for both kids and adults who are planning to embark on turtle or tortoise ownership.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Turtles & Tortoises,
By RamblingReader (California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Turtles & Tortoises (Beginning Vivarium Systems) (Paperback)
Don't let the fact that this book is designed for kids fool you. If you just want to get some beginning knowledge about these creatures, you'll get it quickly by reading this. It's also just fun to read with lots great photos. It's part of a trio of books by this author that I bought for my friend's 9-year-old. The others are about lizards and snakes. I highly recommend all three.Lizards (Beginning Vivarium Systems)Snakes (Beginning Vivarium Systems)
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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Great book for beginning turtle owners,
By LizaJane73 "lizajane73" (Orange County, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Turtles & Tortoises (Beginning Vivarium Systems) (Paperback)
This book is one of three written by Reptiles Magazine editor Russ Case. All three are extremely easy to read, full of useful information and a great introduction to the care & keeping of reptiles.
My teenage son has read all three and the only problem now is choosing what pet to start with! I can highly recommend all three.
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Compared with other animals, reptiles (including turtles, tortoises, lizards, and snakes) sometimes get a bum rap. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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Compared with other animals, reptiles (including turtles, tortoises, lizards, and snakes) sometimes get a bum rap. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
tortoise table, tortoise keepers, tortoise pen, reptile expos, common musk turtle, spurred tortoise, reptile breeders, aquatic turtles, pancake tortoise, turtle tank, map turtles, other tortoises, musk turtles, softshell turtles, hide box, box turtles, outdoor pen Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, South America, Jurassic Park Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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