Reptile Forum, Reptile Classifieds - CaptiveBred

[danboy]

right now got me viv all set up nice....me little margernated is doing fine...the kids feel they want another would it be ok to put one more in with it. was looking at a baby Hermanns or Greek Spur Thigh Tortoise.or just get another marg

ta danboy

[blondesarah]

read this from the tortoise trust

If you already have one or more tortoises, you may wish to add another animal to your collection. Possibly you may wish to breed and your current tortoises are not well matched, or maybe you are just concerned that one or other of your tortoises might be lonely. These are both valid reasons for considering an addition to your present stock.

However, you should carefully consider the following points before adding new animals to an established group:

DISEASE

Some tortoises carry diseases to which others may have little or no resistance. The most common of these problems is the notorious RNS ('Runny Nose Syndrome'). There is currently much debate as to whether this is caused by a virus or a bacterial pathogen - either way, it is a killer and problems almost always start after new introductions. The problem is most likely if you mix several species, or take in tortoises which have been exposed to many others (e.g, from an enthusiast's collection). Isolated animals are much less likely to harbour this disease. Even so, be very careful whenever introducing new tortoises - even temporarily (such as looking after tortoises whose owners are on holiday). Obviously, if the tortoises have met before with no problems, then there is little danger.

AGE & EGG LAYING FEMALES

Do not subject elderly females to the (usually unwelcome) attention of males. Not only can this cause severe stress, but if a female has not had eggs for many years she may now be in no condition to lay them safely. Egg peritonitis ('egg binding') is a frequent and usually fatal consequence of trying to force elderly females to breed.

SPECIES COMPATIBILITY

Certain species are much more aggressive in their general behaviour than others; some frequently and routinely bite for example. Other tortoises with more restrained habits may find being subjected to this kind of behaviour extremely stressful. Always try to keep compatible and closely matched groups. This is not only better from the breeding and behaviour aspects, but it also significantly reduces the risk of disease.

Steps to safer introductions:


IDENTIFY YOUR SPECIMENS CORRECTLY
ESTABLISH THE AGES OF ANY FEMALES INVOLVED
QUARANTINE ALL NEW SPECIMENS FOR AT LEAST 6 MONTHS FIRST
DO NOT OVERCROWD TORTOISES
The Tortoise Trust can assist with identifying tortoises and in establishing ages (see also our caresheet on this topic). Please send good quality photographs of any tortoises which you require identifying.

so get another margated tortoise. How big is your vivarium? tortoises need alot of room. Vivariums are not suitable for tortoises as they create high humidity. You need a tortoise table. Pet shops try and sell you anything to get more money out of you. Go on this forum http://www.hermann-tortoise.co.uk/main.html it is a really good forum

Bellow is a picture of my home for my tortoises.
Any more questions please ask
What are you feeding your tortoise, diet is very important

[danboy]

its in a 6ft viv at the mo....as its only 3 month old plenty ov room for now...think ill bell me m8 a bit latter and order one me marg

[blondesarah]

well if you must keep it in a vivarium take the doors off, remember tortoises need a hot spot and a cool spot. They need air. Just remember thease tortoises will grow and in the summer they will need to go out side when theya re older

[danboy]

one last thing....heat..ive been told lot ov things from diff people about heat from a constent 95 to 80in the day and 70 night