An introduction to the American box turtles, genus Terrapene, with details of natural history of the two most common species as well as general care, feeding, and breeding. Fully illustrated in color.

Among the most charming of all reptile pets are the box turtles of North America, genus Terrapene. This handy, helpful, colorful guide discusses how to select, house, feed, and even breed box turtles successfully. Also included is a section on the Asian box turtles, genus Cuora, which many people incorrectly think can be kept just like the North American species.

Box turtles can be difficult pets, but with the proper care they are very keepable turtles.

The Guide to Owning a Box Turtle presents all the information necessary to successfully keep a box turtle, and all illustrated with stunning color photographs.

65 pages