Private turtle breeders are producing captive-hatched specimens of many of the world's most threatened species in ever-increasing numbers. Ponds pools tubs and other turtle enclosures are becoming more creative and elaborate.
Information about the specific needs to maintain and to breed unusual species is being shared by many and a grass roots movement is helping new turtle keepers establish captive breeding programs which will see he appearance of even more the world's threatened species.
In Keeping and Breeding Freshwater Turtles Russ Gurley Director of the Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group is excited to present information and ideas that can help keepers enhance their work and help them provide more interesting and appropriate environments for their turtles.