Pets

By Leslie Brown

Tortoises are quiet, interesting pets. Some people find them appealing and even beautiful, and because they are so ancient, and potentially large, they can be fascinating. However, as animals that are highly adapted to survive in very specific environments, tortoises in captivity can be a real challenge. It is a common notion that tortoises are easy, but to keep them healthy in captivity they need a specific environment that duplicates their natural habitat.