"The Turtle book will teach you how to properly care for your pet and provide compelling animal facts along the way. Readers will discover how rewarding pet ownership can be, while learning about the responsibilities of having a pet"--

"Turtles are often a first pet. They are small and seem easy to care for. But turtles need the right kind of tank, warm water and food to thrive. Turtle owners love their pets. The only way to become a good turtle owner is to learn all about their needs."--Provided by publisher.

Describes box turtle species and the box turtle's habitat, behavior, diet, life cycle, and conservation, and includes a glossary and bibliography.

Discusses the physical characteristics, behavior, health, and breeding of box turtles and provides information on keeping them as pets.