Turtle: Your Happy Healthy Pet

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!

With their interesting shells and slow, deliberate demeanors, turtles are intriguing creatures. The more you know about turtles, the more fascinated you'll be as you watch your pet enjoy life in the slow lane. With colorful photos, charts, and tables, this guide covers the basics, including:

* Choosing your turtle--terrestrial or aquatic
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Setting up a tank with the right environment
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Essential equipment and supplies
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Maintaining the proper temperature, lighting, and humidity
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Feeding and caring for your turtle