The Pet Expert Herpetological Series is a brand new range of books written by highly respected UK Vet, Lance Jepson. Packed with masses of up to date, UK relevant and practical information, and liberally illustrated with high quality full colour photographs in every section, this in depth guide offers comprehensive advice on all commonly kept species and sub-species of tortoise. Every aspect of tortoise care is covered including natural history, buying a tortoise, housing, handling, nutrition, hibernation, health and breeding.The more that you know about your tortoise the better you'll be able to provide the care and attention that your tortoise requires for a healthy and happy life.192 full colour pages.