Turtle Videos

Care and Maintenance of Common Aquatic Turtles ~ VHS 
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A completely new video for keepers and prospective keepers of aquatic turtles, from beginner to advanced. Provides very detailed instructions on choosing, installing and using various filter systems to ensure maximum water quality; under-gravel filters, canister filters, cartridge filters and pond filters. Also covers tank and pond design and decoration. Useful hints on how to make tanks and ponds yourself from easily available materials. Various common species are illustrated and their environmental and nutritional requirements are described. Packed with practical examples of good tank design and maintenance. 40 minutes.

Care, Breeding and Conservation of the Egyptian Tortoise, Testudo kleinmanni ~ VHS 
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Includes never-before seen footage of Testudo kleinmanni natural habitats and exposes the illegal trade in tortoises within Egypt. Also details the captive maintenance and breeding of this rare and endangered species. The first in a new series of extremely high quality films from Carapace Productions and the Tortoise Trust dealing with rare species in their natural environments. 23 minutes. 

Keeping Tortoises as Pets ~ VHS 
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Designed for the beginner, this new video offers a comprehensive outline of precisely what is involved in keeping tortoises as pets.  What kind of tortoise should you consider? Where is the best place to buy a tortoise? What is the difference between captive-bred and wild-caught animals? What sort of indoor/outdoor accommodation will you need? What about feeding? Practical details on many common (and some not-so-common) species, with plenty of useful advice on housing and feeding from acknowledged experts. Describes the differences between those species which hibernate and those which do not, and discusses how to avoid problems caused by incorrect housing and diet. Basic but essential information explained very clearly. Highly recommended. 30 minutes. 

An Introduction to the Tortoises of Southern Africa ~ VHS 
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Filmed entirely in South Africa, this exciting and unique film depicts many species in their natural habitats and discusses their fascinating lifestyles. Also includes details of tortoise conservation and rescue programs for the most endangered species. Features leopard tortoises, angulate tortoises, hinge-back tortoises, tent tortoises and much more. 50 minutes. 

Vidi Herp Series
All Videos Below are part of the Vidi Herp series which include both a comprehensive book and VHS video. Almost every day these videos are recommended from serious turtle hobbyist to those looking to learn more about their turtles and other reptile pets. 

Practical Care of Mediterranean (Greek) Tortoises ~ VHS 
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Supplied with a comprehensive printed manual, this great new video provides a complete introduction to keeping Mediterranean spur-thighed tortoises of the Testudo graeca complex by one of the world's most respected authorities on this genus. The differences between Moroccan, Algerian, Tunisian, Libyan and Turkish/Greek populations are discussed and illustrated. Designing ideal indoor and outdoor accommodation is covered in detail. Hibernation, estivation, microclimate requirements, behavior, captive breeding and dietary needs are also included in this combined video and book package. 

Practical Care of Red-Eared Slider and Painted Turtles ~ VHS 
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This excellent video, packaged with a comprehensive manual, provides a complete introduction to caring for Red-Eared Slider and Painted Turtles. It includes essential information on these turtles in the wild, indoor tanks, indoor and outdoor ponds, feeding (including a guide to edible water plants), lighting, heating, filtration systems, preventing algae growth, outdoor ponds and hibernation, safety precautions, and a guide to common health problems. The highly detailed manual keeps essential information right at your fingertips, and the instructive video, presented by A. C. Highfield, international director of the Tortoise Trust, provide an understanding that no book alone can offer.

Care of the Russian Tortoise ~ VHS 
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From the Carapace Press Vidi-Herp series - This excellent video, packaged with a comprehensive manual, provides essential information on all aspects of caring for Russian Tortoises. Russian tortoises in the wild, proper accommodation, light, heating, feeding, hibernation (including indoor vs. outdoor hibernation), injuries and first aid, refusal to feed, mixing of animals and quarantine, common diseases and their prevention, important safety and security measures, and shell care. The detailed manual keeps essential information right at your fingertips, and the highly instructive video, presented by A. C. Highfield, international director of the Tortoise Trust, provides an understanding no book alone can offer. 

Excellent Video and Care Booklet Reviewer: Tyler M. from Logan, UT At Turtle Times we recommend books and videos all the time to new pet owners and the Vidi-Herp series is an excellent resource for anyone who owns a Russian tortoise from a new pet owner to the experienced keeper. It comes with a small booklet about Russians, and the video although short is excellent. There is no bigger bang for your buck if you own a Russian tortoise.

 

Care of Leopard and Sulcata Tortoises ~ VHS 
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From the Carapace Press Vidi-Herp series - This excellent video, packaged with a comprehensive manual, provides essential information on all aspects of caring for Leopard and Sulcata Tortoises. It including detailed information on natural habitat and range, proper accommodations, lighting, heating, dietary management, breeding and hatchling care, injuries and first aid, feeding problems, common diseases and their prevention, and shell care. The detailed manual keeps essential information right at your fingertips, and the highly instructive video, presented by A. C. Highfield, International Director of the Tortoise Trust, provides an understanding that no book alone can offer. 

Practical Care of Popular Geckos ~ VHS 
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Complete information on all aspects of caring for popular geckos, with extensive information on Leopard, Day, Bibron's, Golden, Moorish and White-lined. Vivarium design, feeding and natural habitats……. extensive text book and great video! An excellent guide for beginners to keeping geckos of all kinds. 

Practical Care of Dendrobates and Mantella Frogs ~ VHS 
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Terrarium design and planting, Environmental maintenance, feeding, breeding and general care and as with all of our exclusive VIDI-HERP series, it includes not only a highly informative video but also a comprehensive book! This really is the fastest and easiest way to provide your frogs with the best possible care.