Archive by Tag tortoises
Proper Pet Care: Turtles and Tortoises
Are you considering a turtle or tortoise for your next pet? Our Proper Pet Care series can help you make your decision! Our zookeepers broke down a few considerations a prospective pet owner should make before choosing a species of turtle or tortoise. These animals are a well loved bunch, but caring for one of […]
Kalin PalmatierReptiland Roundup: Turtles and Tortoises
Happy International Turtle & Tortoise Week! In honor of International Turtle and Tortoise Week, we wanted to show off all the wonderful species of turtles and tortoises we have here at the zoo. What’s the difference between the two? The main thing that distinguishes a turtle from a tortoise is that turtles live in water […]
Kalin PalmatierVisiting the Galapagos Islands
Our plane touched down an hour late on Baltra – one of 14 major islands that make up the Galapagos archipelago. The Baltra landing strip was built by the United States during World War II, and now serves as the primary means for visitors to arrive on and depart from the islands. We paid our entrance […]
Kalin PalmatierAldabra Tortoise Babies
Being a zoo keeper can be very exciting, especially when we get the chance to acquire and work with baby animals. We care for these young, vulnerable critters and take part in their growth and development into mature healthy adults. Some animals take longer than others to get to the adult stage such as the […]
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