Reference Articles
Please note that these historical articles are currently displayed on our archived site at www.tortoisetrust.org and are due to be fully updated and migrated to this new site and made 'mobile friendly' in the near future. Many updated versions and totally new content NOW AVAILABLE.
Captive Care
Information on individual species, housing, lighting, heating, safety, ponds and filters for aquatic species, substrates and diet, etc.
Taxonomy & Natural History
The classification of tortoise and turtle species, field reports, etc.
Captive Breeding
Information on egg incubation, housing and rearing hatchlings, etc.
Veterinary Articles
Comprehensive set of articles covering common (and some uncommon) health issues that every keeper should be familiar with.
Conservation
Exploitation around the world - and some efforts to help.
Updated Articles
Recent articles on this site