Tortoise’s cost different amounts in different
countries. tp://www.tortoisecentre.co.uk/price%20list.htm
has the cost in England. In America
depending on which one you choose, the prices start at about $89.95 for a
Chinese Golden Thread Turtle. The smaller types of turtles, adult, cost about $70.00. Painted turtles start at about $15 dollars
for a small one and they can live as long as 15-25 years. Also, the red-eared
slider starts at about $20. You must
have all of the important elements that a
turtle would like in its environment, such as an aquarium, and the proper food
and warmth, water temperature, and light that is natural. You must also have the time
to make sure to soak in quite frequently.
This link talks about all of the care that a tortoise needs. http://www.reptilecity.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=reptiles&Cate. For $200 dollars you can get a baby red foot
turtle, with is already 13 inches long.
The tortoise world offers so many amazing species. Read all that you can about care and cost,
before you purchase one, so that both you and your tortoise are happy.
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