All About HERMANN’S TORTOISES!

[@GardenStateTortoise]

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[@emergencyambulance2017]

what should i feed my 7 year old hermann tortoise ?? i think he is eastern or dalmation, but definitely not western.

[@gilbertcjtvhey7889]

Hey wow nicebro., ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@gillblower751]

Thanks to your video I now know that the little man I have had for 51 years is a Dalmatian .I knew he was a Herman’s but not which kind. He is the sweetest little animal I have ever owned,loves to spend his evenings on my shoulder cuddled into my neck! My vet reckons he is in his 70s. Love him to bits.

[@jenniferspence7092]

Mine does the same thing. He instantly goes straight for my neck and gets right in there.

[@gillblower751]

@@jenniferspence7092 But isn’t nice to know that they trust you enough to just lie there and sleep.I dread the day when we won’t be together any more,either because one of us dies or more likely that I get too old to look after him any more (I’m approaching 80). Hopefully that day is along way off

[@jenniferspence7092]

@@gillblower751 for sure. I actually take our little guy out for little trips to the pharmacy and stuff too. He's just the cutest guy and he's kind of an attention getter lol. He's still little (he's about 3 years old) so I'm not walking him on a leash or something looking for attention myself but we live in a townhouse and I don't feel comfortable having him out in a shared yard so that's partly how I make sure he gets some natural ubv at least rather than just bulbs. But once people do happen to notice him they're so shocked because he's not scared at all (we live right by a busy road and he doesn't tuck his head in as if he's stressed or scared at all) he's just totally observing everything around him. Yeah it's heartbreaking just to think that one day you won't be with them anymore. I actually have been having these thoughts a lot about our cat lately. She was 6 when she sort of fell into our lives so she's been with us for about a year and a half and both my son and I are just in love with her. She's a ragdoll but it took me awhile to actually realize that because she basically looks like a siamese but she's super long haired. So first time with this breed and she's just the sweetest girl and our crested gecko actually just passed away about a week after Christmas and I think that was where I started thinking like omg what am I going to do when it's Bella's time?? It was so hard with Meat Loaf and he was as adorable as can be as well but not in the same way as a cat. I sure wouldn't be able to let him loose inside and relax...he would be in a vent in no time lol. Where as Bella and I have our special moments and she obviously interacts with us a lot more. And her time on this earth will be a lot shorter than Chompy's as well....that's our tortoise's name. The one comfort I have for when pass away since Chompy is still just starting his life pretty much is that I know darn well that my son wouldn't give him up for anything. He takes after me with his love of most creatures and he's just turning 11 in a couple months so he still has a whole lifetime to devote to our guy.

[@jenniferspence7092]

I have to laugh though. Chompy goes directly up to cuddle into the crook of my neck almost every time we're hanging out relaxing at home and twice my son pointed out that he also took a big poop while up there too lol. And the first time I actually had been eating a chocolate bar and I was like ok did I make a mess and somehow got chocolate all over my cheek and on my shoulder etc and it melted or did he trample that thing completely until you couldn't even see that there had been a solid poop of any sort and get it all over me in the process....lol. since then I usually try and make sure I drape a towel or something over me and periodically check and see if he's doing his business lol.

[@gillblower751]

@@jenniferspence7092 Lovely to hear about your other pets. I also have a Mediterranean spur tortoise but she’s very much an I will come to you if I want to, if not leave me alone kind of girl. I agree about having a towel over the shoulder, I’ve been weed on many times. My little man(Billy) now comes to me at cuddle time, looks up at me and raises himself on his front legs as high as he can, and then lifts one leg up which I think means come on then, pick me up! Surprising how much a little brain can work out.

[@GardenStateTortoise]

Hey friends! If you enjoyed this video and want to learn more about Athena, the giant Hermann’s tortoise here, watch this video next: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6nEnnSPaMeEa5o Lots of love, Chris 🐢🐍🦎

[@SeraphimCherubim]

Your passion and love for Hermans is addictive. 🐢😁🐢😁🐢😁

[@andyrice88]

Love the Hermann’s content. The fact that my eastern came from people who are so passionate about them is always a great feeling too.

[@ayoutubechannel7143]

As the owner of a Dalmation Hermann's it's great to see their little species recognised!

[@heidihunt8163]

I got one Eastern tortoise but just love all Hermanns and they're very personable ! 💘

[@farmergirlangie3469]

Your videos are so informative and have given me a much better appreciation for the turtle/ tortoise world

[@aprilpotter3054]

I love love love Chris's tort vids. I cannot have one 😢 therefore I live vicariously through KZbin.

[@mjgbabydragonlet]

This was really interesting to watch. Your passion and knowledge conveys through the lens. I love learning new things!

[@PaoStone]

By the way they behave, you can see how comfortable and relaxed they are, they do it so well as models..,I won't remember the differences but they are all incredibly beautiful

[@thekittydog]

I love your vids! My favs are tortoises and I learn so much from you!

[@pthelo]

Wow! Super informative. I love learning the anatomy of our turtle and tortoise friends! Thanks 🤗

[@loriw2661]

Yes! You and Kenan posting so close makes my Sunday amazing. I think the Hermann’s tortoise is gorgeous and if I wasn’t so old, I would set my yard up as a rescue. Athena is stunning and I have a question about her. Is she an older tortoise? I’m curious as her carapace looks like it’s had some wear and tear via weathering, length of time and perhaps combat. 🐢❤️🐢

[@twoturtletom]

Great video- I would love to see a Greek tortoise video next, now that I’m keeping annamurensis. Thanks!

[@jorgesobrino_y]

Great video! Please talk about Greek tortoise subspecies now please!!!❤❤❤

[@jenpink4298]

I am so appreciative of your knowledge and your enthusiasm! Thank you for showing us these gorgeous ladies!

[@Zootycoonman223]

These are the videos I like. Taking it back to the zoology :)

[@kat1984]

I'd love to see the babies. If also like to see the different Greek tortoises. I enjoy these videos, keep them coming.

[@theeditor1149]

Love love love all these gorgeous tortoises! I would love a video on African tortoises if you haven't done one yet. Thanks for all the education on these fascinating creatures!

[@gemmacruz8529]

So this video was driving me crazy, because I was trying to compare my tortoise, a Greek one, with the Hermann's.

[@MamaJ1997]

As always, a great video full of wonderful information! The Herman’s tortoise has become one of my favorite tortoises thanks to all the information you’ve shared- so I thank you! Could you show differences between black and brown mountain tortoises? Are there many differences? Thank you for all of the hard work giving us these great videos! Blessings from Illinois!🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼

[@rebeccaloudermilk1145]

I also would love a in depth vid on the Burmese Black and Brown Tortoises.

[@cheryl_vr]

Excellent video Chris! 🙌 Do you know at what age the difference between an Eastern and a Dalmatian becomes clear? Our tortoise is 3 & from your website (& now this video!) we think he’s a Dalmatian. Love seeing all your Hermann’s together, such beautiful creatures 🐢

[@ayoutubechannel7143]

Mine is 14 and she was identified as a Dalmation 3 or 4 years ago but I'm sure it varies from tortoise to tortoise

[@cheryl_vr]

@@ayoutubechannel7143 Ah okay - thanks for the info! 😊

[@loriebriarton2285]

Love them all!! Wouldn't be able to pick a fav!! Thanks for all you do!!

[@boriskuljis1945]

Well, great clip! A lots of details, summarized perfectly. Also, very nicely explained!!

[@jens1856]

Great video content learning experience awesome Enjoy your videos. Turtles n Tortoises love 😻😻😺😺❤️❤️💜💜 👍👍👍

[@laberry07]

I have been watching your videos because my 9yr old is getting ready to have her birthday in the spring and has been bugging me for a turtle since she was 6. You have the most informative videos. Thank you.

[@mattdrake5834]

Love the information. I’d love to learn more about the Marginated tortoise! I’d also love to see a video on what you do with your hatchlings/yearlings that brumate in the winter. Love the content!

[@Sienisota]

Western is beautifully coloured, with clearer shapes in the markings and clearer clack. Dalmatian has the cutest face. Eastern has the coolest shaped underside. All pretty👍🐢

[@saltcityreptileranch]

Hoping to get some westerns in the next couple years. Love hermanns

[@kasia1795]

A video about Russian tortoises would be cool 👍🏼 there seems to be so much miss-information about them out there.

[@SAVKA284]

I've got 2 Eastern (now I know!) and I've learnt SO much from this video. I'm going to have a real look at my 2 now to see what you've been talking about. Absolutely love your videos ❤️❤️❤️

[@darkludm8359]

amazing like always

[@starfruitmimi]

thank you for this video! it was sooo educational and interesting. i live in spain and my parents decided to buy a hermann's tortoise 8 years ago when i was 14, i believe keeping pure eastern hermann's tortoises here is illegal since they're endangered so i'm pretty sure ours is a hybrid. he's fairly small and has traits of both the eastern and the dalmatian hermann's tortoises. i'd love to see a video about hybrids because we never exactly knew what species he is and it'd be nice to figure out! we love him to death no matter what, he loves chasing us and playing with us!!! he's such a joy and has such a fun personality 💗💗 we even think he might be an eastern hermann's tortoise mixed with a greek tortoise, i wish i was older when my parents bought him from that breeder and had more knowledge to know what we were getting, but either way we're giving him the happiest life possible 💕

[@Tracys_Little_Patch_of_Dirt]

I've just got a tortoise. It's been a life long dream. According to your video she is a Western Hermes. She's still a baby at 7 years young. Sadly we won't grow old together as I'm already old 😂 but she will be in my will for someone else. I'm just happy my childhood dream has come true I love her to bits ❤

[@kristofnagyvari5498]

I love these kind of videos! It's so interesting to learn about these, and I think pretty important aswell!

[@n2bfw884]

They are such beautiful creatures.

[@rebeccaloudermilk1145]

Love this Video. Thanks Chris and Casey.

[@mattf8246]

So much information! You are an amazing wealth of knowledge and obviously passionate about your work. You mentioned breeding in there and it's looks like you get lots off babies, how do you keep from getting overrun with residents?

[@tamarakorb]

I miss my Hermann's tortoises "Mr & Mrs Torti"...Mrs Torti had met my grandpa who gifted her to my mother when she was a child...I had never met him because he died before I was born...this can occur with such long living pets 😌

[@heathercobby6755]

Great video, I found it so helpful in identifying which one I have. Thanks from the UK xXx

[@heatherhupp7051]

I would LOVE to learn about all the different box turtles!!!! 🐢💕

[@BarryGilliland-m4k]

Just found your channel. Amazing mate

[@DSheartlady]

i just love your videos so much knowledge and so interesting🙂

[@nasersoboh489]

Thanks so much great advice and information, great advice 🙏

[@tuyatuya7974]

Thank you so much that is very important information. I knew my tortoise now❤ My tortoise is beautiful Dalmation🌿☘️🌳🐢🐢

[@cesarefiderio1634]

Complimenti, bellissimi animaletti! L'affascinante mondo della...Preistoria!!!

[@Alice-nq8gq]

Thanks for the clear and informative differences and they are so gorgeous! i would love to see similar explanation for leopard tortoise

[@caroleparias6197]

Great video, as always.

[@rizanzaky616]

wish there's more about Athena

[@Dovietail]

Enjoyed this informational vid.

[@tarasostapiuk8096]

Maybe Greek tortoises video 🤗❤️

[@tyliful]

love hermann's torts. can't wait for a vid on hybrid bc there was a seller online selling one about 2 years ago.

[@miffyple4882]

my favorite species ❤

[@Drunken_gecko6890]

So both of mine are western. Cool thanks for the video!

[@Dafordmusic]

I’m getting a hermanns tortoise but i don’t know which one I’m getting now I know how to tell

[@maskedgecko94]

Love your videos, great info

[@LetswalkaroundGothenburg3]

thanks for sharing, friend see you in the next video, Have a nice day

[@HuggleMistress]

Love them!! Western is my fav

[@samanthadd613]

I love all tortoises 🐢 ❤️

[@hollyberry3561]

I have a 2 year old Western named Banana. He has such a great personality. He will actually pee in his food dish if I don't feed him at the time he wants to be fed. He is such a funny guy.

[@MFoster392]

Such beautiful torts, i love them all ;-)

[@PlagueCookie]

Love it! Do a Graeca comparison please! And show us some hybrids if you have any. thanks!

[@jennaht1]

Very interesting. Would love to see one on Greek tortoises

[@dreyhawk]

I would love to see one about telling the babies apart.

[@rosebudadkins6803]

Hello beautiful tortoises! ❤️🔷❤️

[@debbeasher-k4764]

Love this video of detailed comparison. They are cute.

[@32446]

I love my Eastern Hermanns tortoise.

[@gbajada]

Thanks for all these videos! We have a 1 year old Eastern Hermann's and you've taught us so much. Tortellina likes to climb and ends up upside down every so often. How long can she survive on her back if we're not home?

[@katiedid1851]

Would be an interesting quilt design - the underside of the shell Pretty

[@Bulldog2108]

Please can we have a long video on the easterns this year!

[@CricketsMa]

Very interesting! I do exploding head very well, so go ahead and educate me!

[@charliethetortoisebrzeczkowski]

Cherry vs yellow head redfoot please ❤ . Love love your channel!!!

[@Adielstien]

Yes do a Greek Tortoise video next!!

[@KrytoRift]

Wish you wouldve talked more about their care and temperment...ive waffling between a red foot or hermanns

[@HarmoniaAAxyridis]

Hi, This is very helpful. I can't wait to check out Ichijuku when she (still not 100% sure on the sex yet, i think its a female) wakes up from Hivernation (name in french) and see if she is indeed a true Western. I hope to see that video on the mixed, because she could be mixed. Se definitely has the sub-ocular yellow spot, but I have to check the other signs. Anyways I love her. She is living in an enclosure in my smallish backyard in the south of France, I've had her since she was probably a year old or so.

[@floridagurl40]

I’m looking at buying a tortoise. They have a few of these then another place has the baby ones but they get HUGE. Spur thigh and red foot I think. So I’m thinking of going with this breed. ❤

[@liztinsley1993]

Could you keep a western Herman’s tortoise indoors if you have the space?

[@lesliethompson4881]

Beautiful turtles!

[@masterswinger850]

great video, yeah we want to see a comparison of the testudo babies. greetings froom Germany

[@simajayaredevil]

Always want these guys. Will they endure the harsh winter in New Hampshire?

[@rememberpupu]

꼬북이 너무 귀여워

[@CaveJohnson-nk3wj]

Got any advice for a first time tortoise owner looking to get a Western Hermann's tortoise?

[@suzannaharbon4365]

Super informative but I got so confused.

[@carolhaggard700]

love your videos

[@kristinmcintosh91]

Wow! It is interesting to think that people unknowingly are breeding the endangered to the more common. Is there a difference in eating habits or temps they can withstand or anything living conditions that makes that a challenge as well?

[@Robin-o4w2s]

Love y’all’s videos!! I wanted to ask do tortoise need companions?

[@SotasExotics]

Soooo sending me the adult pair of Apulia’s right ? 🤭😉😉😉😉😉

[@9993024]

Can you please do a video on the hybrids because I think I might have one. My tortoise has features from the eastern and dalmatian. Thank you so much for netherworld info you in provide in your videos.

[@JuliusHiiden]

Very helpful video. I have one question: is it ok to have Testudo graeca tortoises in the same enclosure with Hermann?

[@cmac069]

If you stood next to Impulse SV, the Minecraft KZbinr, I’d think you all were brothers.

[@kellilee7433]

I so enjoyed this video. One question. Do Herman’s tortoise need to be a certain age to show identification treated? My Herman’s is 2 years old

[@fergusaur_7306]

Would love to see some marginated tortoise videos

[@flov2401]

I live in a country with 2 seasons, summer and rainy. I wonder if i can put hermann tortoise mostly on my veranda, which has a transparent roof and without lamp. Or should i just keep it inside the house?

[@matteovanina6693]

Please the video about the Hybrids!! :)

[@TheGypsyVanners]

By the way, not obviously, as I thought you were going to say “… older animals it will be brighter..” lol fyi 😮😂 🐢

[@gargolario]

Yeah, a comparison of Greek 🐢 would be great!

[@scottbollinger3641]

How can you determine the age of the tortoise 🐢?

[@bassingbasics6621]

Yooo the bottom of the shell looks just like a spartan helmet 😂

[@Dovietail]

I challenge you to differentiate between the Sonoran and Mojave Desert tortoises. 😉