The Tortoise and the Hare by Aesop “The Tortoise and the Hare” is a classic fable from Aesop. The tale is a classic example of a fable about unequal partners. The story has several interpretations, and is a variation on a popular folktale theme: using trickery to overcome a stronger opponent. However, this tale is […]
Galapagos Island Turtle
The Pinta Island turtle, also called the Pinta island giant tortoiseshell, Abingdon Island turtle, or Abingdon Island green turtle, is a species of Galapagos tortoiseshell which is probably now extinct. It was believed to be the last species on earth to be encountered by humans. There are only four species left. Among these, the Pinta […]
Tortoise Town – The World’s Smallest Tortoise Farm
Tortoise Town is the most famous tortoise breed in the world. It is also the home to many tortoise enthusiasts who breed, raise and sell tortoises for a living. In fact, there are more than 20 million tortoise species worldwide, so it is not surprising that there are so many different types of tortoise in […]
Can a Russian Tortoise Eat Spinach?
Although it’s not the most common lettuce to feed to tortoises, you can safely include spinach in your Russian tortoise’s diet. This green leafy veggie can be found in small amounts as part of a varied diet, and your pet will certainly benefit from it. In fact, it’s considered a “super food” by many, and […]
How to Adopt a Desert Turtle
What exactly is tortoise adoption? According to the National Tortoise Custody and Rescue (NTCR) program, an average of 200 new tortoises are adopted every month in the United States. Tortoises are not only popular pets in the United States, but also in other countries around the world such as Great Britain, Italy, and Australia. There […]