This is going to be fun...

kyryah · #1 (**permalink**) 01-30-2009, 10:28 AM

Soon I am going to have the chance to build a vivarium on a large scale... For a 2.1 group of Kinixys erosa, or the Serrated Hingeback tortoise

These guys are forest floor natives that actually SWIM, so this is going to be a BLAST.

Not 100% for sure when I am picking them up, but I can't wait to do this build and make an awesome little forest floor habitat with a water feature. They require high humidiy, so I think I may even do a waterfall

Kristina

Jason · #2 (**permalink**) 01-30-2009, 10:42 AM

Sounds like a blast! wish i could do something like that and get a tortoise, i love them but i live in an apartment, rather small so im pooched till i can get a house with a big basement. Good luck with your build, im looking forward to see it come along.

kyryah · #3 (**permalink**) 01-30-2009, 11:33 AM

It will definately be great to do.

The thing with doing a build like this for a tortoise is that there really isn't any other species that it could be done with, except possibly Redfoots. Wood turtles would be a good candidate, as would Boxies, but K. erosa are unique in their love for water.

They also require a diet that contains animal proteins, which is also unusual.

I am looking into stock tanks and other options to use as a container right now... I am so excited, I can't wait to start!

Kristina

repman01 · #4 (**permalink**) 01-30-2009, 03:30 PM

you should think about taking pictures while you build it .:wink,wink:.

kyryah · #5 (**permalink**) 01-30-2009, 08:23 PM

Oh, don't worry, that I will definately do.

I have been trying to decide what type of container I want to use to do this. I think I have settled on a "bulk container."

I can cover the outside with something like wood paneling to hide the container itself, and I think it will work very well.

Kristina

beckdg · #6 (**permalink**) 01-30-2009, 10:45 PM

nice kry... not only will we enjoy this thread and the upcoming slew of pics... i think you should put a link to your site in your signature.

kyryah · #7 (**permalink**) 01-30-2009, 11:54 PM

I will do that, thank you!!!

I posted a "wanted" ad on Craigslist for the bulk container, and I already have a response!!! So it may work out very well

If I end up not being able to get one, I will use a "double-tub" enclosure very similar the one featured on my "Attractive housing that will not hurt your wallet" page on my website, which is seconds away from being added to my siggy, lol!

I will use two 50 gallon Rubbermaid "Christmas Tree" storage tubs if that is the direction I decide to take.

Have you gotten any of those "Blonde Monsters," yet, Beck??? LMAO!!!! Such a brunette you are

I will never forget that one

Kristina

beckdg · #8 (**permalink**) 01-31-2009, 12:21 AM

nice... one thread... 2 quick responses (link and container). i do have one i've had since birth... he's 4 now. i hope you don't think i'll forget... it was so funny when i realized i was almost proud. rofl

kyryah · #9 (**permalink**) 01-31-2009, 12:26 AM

Awww, I *love* little blonde haired boyos.... I bet he is adorable

I wanted a son very much, in fact, my oldest "BM" was supposed to be a boy and came out the opposite, (NOT complaining, my girls are the shiz nittle bang bang) THAT was a total, uh, doctor, YOU screwed UP!

Glad I covered all the bases

Kristina

beckdg · #10 (**permalink**) 01-31-2009, 12:40 AM

i'm guessin at the time you were not in the mood for "uhhhmmm... miss... uhuh... ummm... not sure how to tell you this but... yep 10 finger and toes...uhh... but ummm... about those pictures... that actually was not a... ummm... what color is the babies room... duhhh"

i understand. when i found out i was having a daughter i was freaked. not likely for girls on dad's side of the family. i spent 2+ months telling the wifey to name her satin... cruel, yes, i know... too late to take it back now though. now i don't know how i would live without her. she's my baby girl ya know.