2007-10-19 08:49:31 · 5 answers · asked by mudd 2 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
NO
the box turtle is semi aquatic and the russian tortoise is from and arid region.
2007-10-19 09:25:04 · answer #1 · answered by stevehart53 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That relies upon on what you want. Tortoises have a tendency to value more suitable than turtles, yet a proper setup for a turtle expenses so a lot more suitable. both opt for expensive UVB bulbs and a multiple weightloss plan. ensure that you do do an excellent style of analyze on the only you p.c.. because maximum get noticeably massive and choose a large enclosure
2016-10-21 10:26:11 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.
1. Never mix animals from widely different regions of the world. Diseases carried by one and largely ignored can be troublesome for the other. Most Russians, for example, carry lots of parasites and Herpesvirus.
2. Never mix animals with different needs. Russians like it warm and dry, with a humid hiding place. Most box turtles need moderate temps and higher humidity.
3. Never mix animals with different diets. Box turtles eat about 75% 'bugs', while Russians should not eat much protein at all.
A lot of people mistakenly think that their cares are very similar, but they really are not.
Try these sites for more:
- http://www.tortoisetrust.org
- http://www.boxturtlesite.info
- http://www.russiantortoise.com
2007-10-21 07:13:03 · answer #3 · answered by Madkins007 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not a good idea. RT's and Boxies have different housing needs. They also can carry pathogens that are dangerous to each other.
2007-10-19 11:38:13 · answer #4 · answered by Eva 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Probably not. They come from different parts of the world I believe.
2007-10-19 15:04:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋