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About us- as always, the best place to start is in the beginning! You can learn more about Riparian Farms and our commitment to producing the very best captive-bred reptiles in the world.
What's the Best Tortoise for Me?- How to know what tortoise is best for my climate, space, and life style. Should I purchase a Leopard, African Spurred, Red-foot, or another species?
Ivory Tortoise- we have the original dark eyed, albino, African spurred tortoises called the Ivory Tortoises! You will find more information on these unique sulcuta tortoises and maybe get one of your own!
African Spurred Tortoise- African Spur Thigh Tortoise, most commonly called Sulcata tortoise, is a species of tortoise, which inhabits the southern edge of the Sahara desert, in northern Africa.
Leopard Tortoise- the Leopard Tortoise is another large African species. In many cultures these tortoises are associated with strength and immortality.
Mossy Frogs- the Mossy Frog has only recently become available in the pet trade. The Mossy Frog comes from the karst zones of northern Vietnam.
Tortoise and Frog Care Sheets- we have had years of experience caring for and breeding many varieties of reptiles and amphibians. Now you can learn from our experience by reading our Care Sheets.
Pyramiding in Tortoises- you can either read our article in May 2005 “Reptiles” magazine on pyramiding in tortoises or read it in this section.
About us:
As always, the best place to start is in the beginning! You can learn more about Riparian Farms and our commitment to producing the very best captive-bred reptiles in the world.
What Tortoise Species for me?
How do I know what tortoise is best for my climate, space, and life style? Should I purchase a Leopard, African Spurred, Red-foot, or another species? If you have ever asked yourself any of these questions this section is right for you!
Care Sheets:
It has taken us years to perfect the art of raising and breeding our exotic reptiles, and we would like to pass this knowledge on to anyone who loves these animals as much as we do.
-African Spurred Tortoises
-Leopard Tortoises (also see my book on Leopard Tortoises)
-Mossy Frogs
-Hermann's Tortoises
-Marginated Tortoises
-Egyptian Tortoise
-Red-Foot Tortoises
-Yellow-Foot Tortoises
Trip to the Galapagos Islands:
Most if not all tortoise enthusiasts have at one time or another dreamed about visiting the Galapagos Islands. Well that dream finally came true for me, what a fantastic experience.
Asian Turtle Project:
In 1997 I became aware of the plight of the many species of Asian turtles and tortoises. Since I had been working with the giant Burmese Mountain tortoise since 1973 it seems logical to commit some of my energy to other Asian species.
Four Inch Tortoise:
We at RIPARIAN FARMS have been trying to legalize the sale of turtles, tortoises, and terrapins which are under four inches to "informed adults". So far we have been unsuccessful. In 1998 we proposed an amendment to the 1975 FDA, sale of turtles less than 4-inches Regulation. It took five years of work to convince the FDA to review the proposal.
Pyramiding in Tortoises:
One of the biggest problems associated with raising captive hatched tortoises is pyramiding. Pyramiding is the raising of scutes during active growth periods. As a tortoise normally grows each scute increases in size horizontally thus increasing the overall diameter of each scute and the size of the tortoise...
Blog:
See our blog for the latest information having to do with Riparian Farms. Such as news, available tortoises, and the newest deals!
Ivory Tortoise
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To order you can reach us at:
Riparian Farms
P.O. Box 381
Hereford, AZ 85615
E-mail richardfife@q.com
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RICHARD AND LARK FIFE, owners
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A Lifetime of Experience
In this section of our web site you will find all the stories and articles pertaining to Turtles and Tortoises.
Including care sheets, the story of my visit to the Galapagos Islands, and other projects and adventures I am working on.
You can also find out more info about Riparian Farms and its owners.
The Articles
Riparian Farms is proud to provide:
Leopard Tortoises
By
Richard and Jerry Fife
Mazuri Tortoise Diet
2.5 lbs = $18.00
5 lbs = $28.00