What a handsome Beardie! She is lovely and looks so healthy -- but the thought that Jesus laid eggs sort of boggles the mind! Alll the creatures in your mini zoo are so lucky to have found you Bex!
Nina
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- 20 Mar 2017, 19:54
- Forum: African Species
- Topic: Sulcata pics
- Replies: 9
- Views: 27606
- 20 Mar 2017, 19:48
- Forum: Aquatic Species
- Topic: Common musk Turtle
- Replies: 3
- Views: 15756
Re: Common musk Turtle
Great photo! There is a whole ecosystem on that tortoise's shell!
Nina
Nina
- 20 Mar 2017, 19:46
- Forum: Enclosures
- Topic: Outside enclosure
- Replies: 16
- Views: 34223
Re: Outside enclosure
That reminds me of an outdoor enclosure I had once, in a previous house. It was surrounded on two sides by the wall of the house, on one side by a garden wall, and on the fourth side I just put breeze blocks up. It was a concrete patio, so I dumped loads of soil and sand on it until it was about fiv...
- 20 Mar 2017, 19:36
- Forum: North American Species
- Topic: Tortoises from N.America
- Replies: 5
- Views: 19481
Re: Tortoises from N.America
Oh dear, the poor little one in your hand! Was he partially run over on the road? They are such an attractive species -- really pretty shell patterns and sweet heads.
Nina
Nina
- 20 Mar 2017, 18:50
- Forum: Enclosures
- Topic: Outside enclosure
- Replies: 16
- Views: 34223
Re: Outside enclosure
Joe, you are undoubtedly the king of outdoor enclosures -- I always love what you do, and I'm sure people will get lots of inspiration and great tips from your photos -- thanks so much for posting them! Nina P.S. People ain't seen nothin yet -- wait until they get a look at your turtle ponds -- whic...
- 20 Mar 2017, 18:47
- Forum: Enclosures
- Topic: Outside enclosure
- Replies: 16
- Views: 34223
Re: Outside enclosure
Really nice enclosure, Bex! and pretty escape proof from what I can see!
Nina
Nina
- 20 Mar 2017, 18:45
- Forum: Enclosures
- Topic: Tortoise Tables don't have to square
- Replies: 2
- Views: 8976
Re: Tortoise Tables don't have to square
Great tortoise table, Joe! And I completely agree about the 'L' shape. Another advantage is that the tortoise can't see from one end of the enclosure to the other, so it's a more interesting environment for him, and encourages him to explore (lol -- 'now I wonder what I'll find round that corner'). ...
- 20 Mar 2017, 18:43
- Forum: African Species
- Topic: Sulcata pics
- Replies: 9
- Views: 27606
Re: Sulcata pics
Oh my, what a sight -- great photos! Is the big lizard yours too (forgive me as I'm not good at species ID on lizards -- lol I'm not even good at species IDs on tortoises!). What species is he -- he's gorgeous!
Nina
Nina
- 19 Mar 2017, 23:07
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Can tortoises catch a cold?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 7363
Re: Can tortoises catch a cold?
Hi Sally, Sorry to hear that Tuga is a bit under the weather. I don't think that tortoises get colds as such, but they can get something called Runny Nose Syndrome (RNS) which is a respiratory infection and can be serious. Keep an eye on him over the next few days and if his nose is still running a ...
- 19 Mar 2017, 21:34
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Fantastic new forum
- Replies: 7
- Views: 15392
Re: Fantastic new forum
Great to see you here, Laura. We're still ironing out a few little wrinkles, but we're really pleased with the way it's turned out.
Nina
Nina
- 19 Mar 2017, 20:03
- Forum: Enclosures
- Topic: Indoor enclosure
- Replies: 18
- Views: 36751
Re: Indoor enclosure
Helen breeds only the best!
Nina
Nina
- 19 Mar 2017, 19:40
- Forum: Enclosures
- Topic: Indoor enclosure
- Replies: 18
- Views: 36751
Re: Indoor enclosure
Hi Bex,
Here is the sort of thing Lin was talking about (this is one of Helen's enclosures and I'm sure she won't mind me posting the photo.
Nina
Here is the sort of thing Lin was talking about (this is one of Helen's enclosures and I'm sure she won't mind me posting the photo.
Nina
- 19 Mar 2017, 13:48
- Forum: Enclosures
- Topic: Indoor enclosure
- Replies: 18
- Views: 36751
Re: Indoor enclosure
Hi Bex, You've put the reflectors on perfectly, and no need to angle them. There are two things though: 1. How far away from the top of the tortoise's shell is that strip light? If it is new, I think they shouldn't be less than 12" above the shell -- but the instructions on the box should tell ...
- 19 Mar 2017, 13:43
- Forum: UK Plant Identification
- Topic: Not bad....
- Replies: 5
- Views: 11210
Re: Not bad....
LOL, yes I am.
- 19 Mar 2017, 12:58
- Forum: UK Plant Identification
- Topic: Not bad....
- Replies: 5
- Views: 11210
Re: Not bad....
You're having a good day! I'm just going to test this myself to see if I can add graphics from other sources.
Nina- 19 Mar 2017, 12:04
- Forum: UK Plant Identification
- Topic: Plant ID please
- Replies: 5
- Views: 12293
Re: Plant ID please
Thanks for emailing the photos, Jacquie -- they were good and I've sent you emails with IDs for both. And we are going to be looking at our instructions for uploading photos. I've just been informed that the version of this forum that went live last week was slightly different in the area of photo u...
- 19 Mar 2017, 11:54
- Forum: UK Plant Identification
- Topic: Not bad....
- Replies: 5
- Views: 11210
Re: Not bad....
Oh my goodness, Natalie, you have had a good weed-picking session! Yummy! And I love the giant tortoise graphic too.
Nina
Nina
- 19 Mar 2017, 09:12
- Forum: Mediterranean Species
- Topic: Testudo Graeca Ibera pics
- Replies: 12
- Views: 18732
Re: Testudo Graeca Ibera pics
That is the sweetest looking little tortoise! No wonder you rescued him from that pet shop -- and he is so lucky to have found a home with you!
Nina
Nina
- 19 Mar 2017, 09:10
- Forum: African Species
- Topic: Sulcata photo
- Replies: 10
- Views: 33183
Re: Sulcata photo
I agree -- they are absolutely gorgeous, Lin. Can you post the photo of the large tortoise with the baby sitting on top? It's such a good way to let people know what to expect when they acquire a baby Sulcata.
Nina
Nina
- 18 Mar 2017, 20:10
- Forum: African Species
- Topic: Sulcata pics
- Replies: 9
- Views: 27606
Re: Sulcata pics
Aww, he is so lovely! Are you growing to grow grass (or other plants) in the holes in those bricks? I think that is a very clever idea, because Speedy could eat the grass once it was a bit established and was sticking up out of the holes, but maybe couldn't destroy it completely. I think I might use...
- 18 Mar 2017, 20:03
- Forum: UK Plant Identification
- Topic: Weed ID Please
- Replies: 4
- Views: 9349
Re: Weed ID Please
Thanks, Sarah. We're going to look at our instructions again and try to make them clearer! We're really grateful to get feedback like this. And I hope your tortoise enjoys his sowthistle!
Nina
Nina
- 18 Mar 2017, 15:52
- Forum: UK Plant Identification
- Topic: Plant ID please
- Replies: 5
- Views: 12293
Re: Plant ID please
I was hoping you would be able to help me with some plants which are growing in my garden, but I can't get the photos to upload....any advice please? Hi, and so sorry you're having problems. Have you read our guide to re-sizing and uploading photos? If you go to the Guidelines section of this forum...
- 17 Mar 2017, 22:34
- Forum: Enclosures
- Topic: Indoor enclosure 2
- Replies: 6
- Views: 16295
Re: Indoor enclosure 2
Hi Bex, I really like the fact that you've given Tiny different textures to walk over, with the soil area and the gravel area! I think you've done a great job and the way you've set up that table will provide Tiny with interest and good exercise. Just out of curiosity, what temps are you able to get...
- 17 Mar 2017, 12:01
- Forum: African Species
- Topic: Leopard always in to mischief
- Replies: 2
- Views: 16280
Re: Leopard always in to mischief
Ha, ha -- great photo! Looks like someone had a nice breakfast too! I can just see the back of another Leopard in the photo -- how many do you have?
Nina
Nina
- 17 Mar 2017, 09:07
- Forum: News, Announcements and Events
- Topic: Talk on Tortoise Diet, April 9th, 2017
- Replies: 8
- Views: 33209
Talk on Tortoise Diet, April 9th, 2017
Evolution Reptiles have asked us to give another talk on tortoise diets, and this year's talk will be held at Exeter Hall in Kidlington, Oxfordshire on 9th April 2017. The talk will cover -- what do tortoises need in their diet, and the composition of a good diet -- what to feed and what not to feed...