A dedicated chelonian sanctuary providing naturalistic rehabilitation, specialized nutrition, and verified lifetime care for turtles and tortoises.
Special Needs
Sulcata
8 new Arrivals Today 🐢 (5 still available) Sadly their human Rotshak Dosh passed away leaving behind 7 adult Sulcata's, 5 juveniles and 22 hatchlings. We are still closed officially until the end of the month but agreed to take in the remaining hatchlings. They will be available for adoption after the 19th
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Indian Star
Indian star tortoise available for rehoming
Special Needs
Sulcata
Two adorable sulcata tortoise looking for a good home to adopt ❤️
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Russian Tortoise
Looking for a loving new home for our Russian Tortoise “Michealangelo”
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Baby redfoot
Months old baby redfoot ready for adoption
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Burmese star
Myanmar Native // High Conservation Status
Special Needs
Hermann's (Hatchling)
We ensure all our Hermann’s are "weed-raised"—meaning they have never tasted grocery store lettuce. This ensures proper shell growth without "pyramiding" (bumpy shells).
Land Resident
Giant Sulcata
15 years old. Requires a minimum of 2000+ sq ft for grazing and secure winter housing.
Audit Required
Box Turtle
Successfully rehomed to a verified forest habitat. Stewardship completed 2026.
"Finding a sanctuary that understands Mediterranean species is rare. My Hermann’s arrived in perfect health here in Austin. The T.T.A.R. husbandry standards are the gold standard."
— Julian R., Austin, USA
"Even with the UK climate, the Redfoot setup T.T.A.R. helped me design is thriving. Their remote 'Habitat Audit' was incredibly thorough and reassuring for a first-time steward."
— Eleanor S., London, UK
"Managing a Giant Sulcata in Canada requires serious indoor infrastructure. T.T.A.R. walked me through the heating and space requirements for Titan’s relative with expert precision."
— Liam M., Toronto, Canada
"My Eastern Box Turtle is doing amazing. I appreciate that T.T.A.R. prioritizes the homing range biology. Their forest-floor protocols are lightyears ahead of typical pet store advice."
— Sarah J., Portland, USA
"The documentation provided for my Burmese Star was flawless. It’s clear this sanctuary operates with a high level of integrity and deep biological knowledge."
— Alistair H., Edinburgh, UK
"The communication was seamless despite the time zones. T.T.A.R. isn't just a farm; it's an educational hub. I wouldn't trust any other team for chelonian rehoming."
— Sophie L., Vancouver, Canada
1. Thermal Precision: Every habitat must maintain a strict hot-to-cool gradient as defined by species biology.
2. UVB Calibration: We require T5 High Output lighting. All bulbs must be replaced every 6-9 months regardless of visible light.
3. The 90-Day Stable: Residents are monitored for 90 days post-arrival to ensure nutritional and biological stability before rehoming.
4. Return Privilege: Adopters agree that if they can no longer care for the animal, it returns to T.T.A.R. immediately.
T.T.A.R. Stewardship ID: #2026-N1
As an Albino morph, Nova lacks protective pigment. Ensure water is tinted with Indian Almond Leaves to protect her eyes from glare. Do not use bright, direct spotlighting; utilize a "mottled shade" approach in her enclosure to prevent skin sensitivity.
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