Brewski Anyone?

Terrapin Beer Company in Athens, Georgia, is doing things the right way:

Hole in One

OUCH

Night Light

Turk or Turt?

Doesn't matter. I may look like a fool, but I am giving thanks big time this year. I did not wash away in the hurricane (although I was abandoned...), my tank is clean and Mama lets me run from time to time. All is good. Except for the headpiece.

Fast and Furious

For a Slowsky, that is.

Yummo!

Slowskys Sampler

Days of My Lives

Love to catch a late fall sunny day. Ah, my place with a view. I am a blessed terrapin and I am about to settle in for the winter.

Turtle House of the Future

I'm thinking this might be a great place to retire. You in?

Disappointed

The "Slow" Political Party

One more time on Election Day eve!

Rub a Dub

Every season, Mama takes the toothbrush to my shell and scrubs me up all nice and clean. Feels good.

Hurricane Sandy Slams My Town

Message from American Tortoise Rescue:

 

Turtles need help, too. If you find a turtle or tortoise after the horrible East Coast storm, first soak in tepid fresh water for 30 minutes (changing the water a few times) as it may have ingested salt water from the ocean. That can kill it. Dry it off, and put it in a box with air holes in a quiet place with a lid. It probably will not want to eat because of the stress, and that is OK. It also may try to bite so keep fingers away from the mouth parts. Keep away from dogs and children. Send us an email at info@tortoise.com with a photo attached, and we will try to ID it and help you. Do not throw it back in the water. Thanks from American Tortoise Rescue. For more information, visit: American Tortoise Rescue

Don't Do It!!!

Nice Fit

Talk about cozy, my tank is a perfect fit. Although I could probably grow a little if we expanded my space. Not complaining... just saying.

Light and Airy and Turtley

Cute for some adoring young turtle fan.

My Cousin: The Golden Greek Tortoise

“Golden Greek” Tortoise are recognized as Middle Eastern spur-thighed tortoises and do not originate in Greece. Their actual origin is usually Syria, Lebanon, Israel or Jordan or North African countries of Tunisia, Libya or Morocco.

 

The lighter color shell is indicative of areas that reach seasonally high temperatures where a dark shell would be an unwelcome heat sink. A very distinct peach tint to both the skin and shells in some specimens almost glows! Primarily still wild-caught, this species can harbor parasites and have other stress and environmental problems. Prone to dietary and respiratory illnesses, this is not a good beginner pet. Both male and females can grow up to 8 inches long.

Greek Tortoises are found in a variety of environments from seashore dunes to rocky mountain steps but usually in very hot, dry and arid regions with high summer temperatures. They inhabit areas of sparse vegetation where they browse on grass and plant growth.

Generally very shy, the Golden Greek Tortoises usually become more outgoing as they get used to their keeper's activities, but they will continue to look for places to hide or bury themselves. They should be housed in a dry, warm environment with low ambient humidity.

This tortoise is listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

Please, No Raspberry Stains

Ain't No Stopping Me... Now

I'm on the loose.

Now What?