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  1. U

    Pig nose turtles

    General Description Pig nose turtles Location Cairns Willing to pay for Freight? Yes Contact Details PM Other Details - - - Updated - - - Sorry didn't know they were illegal
  2. RoryBreaker

    Large Mary River turtle found during survey

    http://www.qt.com.au/news/thumper-turtle-surprises/2629354/
  3. Mr.pristis

    Pig-nosed Turtle

    Scientific Name Carrettochelys insculptor Common Name Pig-nosed Turtle Age 3 Size Approx 15cm Quantity Available 1 Bred By Greg Miles General Description One of my personal collection, great condition, loves val, dried figs, will eat Hikari wafers and pellets as an additional...
  4. Ninabuddha

    turtle species allowed in QLD on wildlife license

    So I am wanting a pair of turtles to add to my collection but i dont know what species im allowed on my RWL in QLD. such as a pig nosed turtle or a painted turtle i can not find a list of species legal in QLD. thank you in advance
  5. Kimberlyann

    Not enough pigs around here

    *Oink*
  6. spud_meister

    Turtle ID!

    So, my boss got this little guy at work, she has no idea what species he is, I'm fairly certain he's a Murray River Turtle, but could I have some ID. Also, what would be an ideal set-up for one. The one he's in is good, but I just want to know if it could be improved. Oh, and does anyone...
  7. Mr.pristis

    Pig-nosed Turtle

    Scientific Name : Carretochelys Insculpta Common Name : Pig-nosed Turtle Age : 5 months Size : 90 - 110 grams Quantity Available Bred By : me General Description : Probably the only juvenile Pig-nosed turtles available for sale in Australia. Great condition, see pictures of...
  8. Mr.pristis

    Pig-nosed Turtle

    Scientific Name Carretochelys insculpta Common Name Pig-Nosed Turtle Age 5 months Size 80 - 110 gm Quantity Available some Bred By me General Description juveniles in great shape ready to go, probably the only ones available in Australia at the moment, haven't seen any for sale for...
  9. Xeaal

    VIC Wildlife Regulations being changed...

    The DSE in Victoria has announced a list of suggested changes - currently open to public input - that it is looking to implement. Here is a link to the actual Regulation Document if anyone would like to read it...
  10. Mr.pristis

    Pig-Nosed Turtles (Carettochelys insculpta)

    Scientific Name Common Name Pig-Nosed Turtle Age 1 & 2 Size approx 100gm & 210gm Quantity Available 2 Bred By Greg Miles (1 year old from very last batch) General Description A very rare opportunity to obtain the ultimate pinnacle of freshwater turtle species, the Pig-Nosed Turtle...
  11. S

    Pig tail blueys!!!

    OMG I just got two pig tail blueys.. they are really cool... I hope to breed them with albinos and black ones and create super black albino pig tails! can't wait... how long until they can breed? a few months or longer? I have named them "Jonno" and "Lucas" after a really awesome dude :D...
  12. rosequoll

    WTB (Wanting info) - Pig Nosed Turtle Carettochelys insculpta

    Looking for anyone with information on where to get and current costs for pig-nosed turtles. Would also love to chat with anyone who has one currently as I've received some information recently stating that they CANNOT be kept with fish which ruins a lot of my plans. Would be looking to...
  13. danandgaye

    aussie reptile park

    finally went there today,sick of hearing so many wonderful things about it and seeing awesome pics on here had to check it out for myself ....SOOOO stoked with the place great enclosures,plenty of space,beautiful specimens and all in all just a great place ...took 100 pics so i'll just share a...
  14. Jason.s

    Aquariums and Fish

    I started this thread so other people wouldn't get upset obout us changing the subject so if you want to talk about fish or show your setups this is the place. :D
  15. W

    Cairns people

    The Cape York Herpetological Society is meeting today at the Cairns City Library at 7pm. Guest speaker: Greg Miles Topic: "The conservation crisis in northern Australia"
  16. mummabear

    Cairns Herp Society Meeting- Greg Miles

    Just a reminder that the Cape York Herpetological Society's meeting is on this Friday 20/4. This will be held at our regular venue, Cairns City Library from 7pm and will feature Greg Miles. The subject of Greg's talk will be: The Conservation Crisis in North West Australia and what can be done...
  17. S

    About breeding Pig Nosed Turtles

    Are there any turtle botherers out there? I tried to put this up on the Freshwater Turtle Forum but was told I couldn't advertise on that forum. I don't quite get that as I have nothing to sell. Anyway - I just wanted to point out that if any of you are interested about the ins and outs of...
  18. jacks-pythons

    What did you buy from the castle hill expo and what did u think?

    to start off i bought 2 turtles and two coastals. very happy with my purchases and they all seem to be settling in well. as for the expo i enjoyed it. just wish i took more money lol.
  19. mummabear

    Reptiles Australasia Magazine Issue 2 Posted Out

    Issue 2 has been posted out to subscribers today. I hope you all enjoy this issue. I have really enjoyed what Ive had a chance to read so far. If you are interested in our 1st issue or want to become a subscriber then click on our link by clicking on the APS Home page and we are under Sponsors...
  20. N

    Can You keep sea turtles as pets in Vic?

    My cousin is an absolute *******! im pretty sure you cant keep sea turtles as pets but before i go and prove him wrong and make him look like a goose i need to know for sure that you cant for sure?
  21. Tassie97

    Chased by a brown?

    http://www.youtube.com/user/goldcoastsnakeshows#p/u/3/BewoMiw8ZKY
  22. G

    What can be kept with Turtles to assist with keeping the tank clean?

    Hey Guys, I am posting this on behalf of a friend & also as I am interested in getting some turtles soon down the track I would also like to know. What can my friend put in with her turtle that will eat green algae, thats big enough not to get eaten by the turtle but not too big that it might...
  23. Erebos

    Albino turtle

    Anyone seen anything like this. Cheers Brenton
  24. K

    Wanted Pig-Nosed turtle

    Any one selling pig nosed turtles Message me on [email protected] and we will talk price bump
  25. krefft

    AHS Meeting....What a Night! Thanks Everyone

    Well, it certainly lived up to the hype. We had John Cann, John Weigel, Stephen Swanson, Ken Griffiths, Peter Harlowe, Michael Cermak and several other legends of the hobby come along to support the night. A big thanks to Symbio Wildlife Park for bringing along all their animals. For some of...
  26. krefft

    Attention all NSW members - Greg Miles at the AHS

    We are very excited now announce that Greg Miles will be attending the July 27 AHS meeting and giving two 30 minute presentations: "The Sustainable use of Wildlife” and “Captive Management of Carettochelys Insculpta - The Pig-nosed Turtle" Greg is widely regarded as one of the most informative...
  27. Ausxxx

    Pig Nose Turtle

    Scientific Name Common Name Pig nosed turtle Age 2-4 Size 15-18cm long Quantity Available Bred By General Description Hey guys, Have a PNT for sale. It was sold to me as a male, feeds regularly on algae wafers and fresh fruit/veges. His about 15-18cm long so his a...
  28. Ausxxx

    Pig Nose Turtle

    Quantity Available General Description Hey guys, Have a PNT for sale. It was sold to me as a male, feeds regularly on algae wafers and fresh fruit/veges. His about 15-18cm long so his a good few years old and very active Regretful sale but i got rid of my display tank so he needs to go to...
  29. smeejason

    Oenpelli Python may be on the market in our life times

    Just got told about this.. Approved Programs - Newsletters - Natural Resources, Environment and The Arts
  30. dylanthomas

    So whats everyone going to breed this year?

    well the title says the question.....:)
  31. Pinoy

    Pig Nose Turtle setups

    Hi all, Just wondering if anyone here keeps/breeds Pig Nose Turtles? It's something I would like to get in the future but not for a while and figured it wouldn't hurt to start researching and getting as much info as I can early. So if anyone had some tips and pics of their turtles and set...
  32. yommy

    Headshots

    I think there is nothing better then a good headshot of your pythons. Here's a few i've taken, feel free to add yours..........
  33. abnrmal91

    What makes reptiles addictive

    What I want to know is what makes reptiles so addictive. I started out with just 1 snake and this quickly became 4. I want more but, I am not allowed any more till I have my own house. What do you find is the best bit about keeping reptiles? I just love how snakes they are so adapted to move...
  34. Retic

    Pig Nose Turtle

    Scientific Name Carettochelys insculpta Common Name Pig Nose or Fly River Turtle. Age Approx 2 1/2 years old *** Unknown. Size Carapace 13cm, overall length around 20cm. Quantity Available 1 Price $750 Bred By Greg Miles General Description Absolutely beautiful juvenile Pig Nose...
  35. Retic

    Pig Nose Turtle

    Scientific Name Carettochelys insculpta Common Name Pig Nose Turtle Age approx 2 years old. *** Unknown Size 160mm Quantity Available 1 Price 900 Bred By Greg Miles General Description Beautiful Pig Nose turtle, very healthy inquisitive animal. Eats fruit...
  36. lovemypiggy

    2 yr old pignosed turtle

    Scientific Name Carettochelys Insculpta Common Name pig nosed turtle Age 2 ish *** unknown but suspected male Size 12 cm across Quantity Available 1 Price 600.00 Bred By ? General Description Happy and healthy turtle feeds regularly on defrosted prawn, chicken...
  37. peterjohnson64

    Pig Nosed Turtle with complete set up

    Scientific Name C. insculpta (too hard to spell the first bit) Common Name Pig Nosed Turtle Age 3 years *** No idea Size 10cm shell Quantity Available Just 1 Price $1,000 with full set up Bred By John Cann General Description I have a three year old Piggie...
  38. J

    Wtb pignose turtle

    hi everyone after a pignose turtle just pm with the price and location, cheers
  39. goneself

    Rock Python

    Hey all- I've recently been offered a nothern territory rock python (liasis oenpelliensis) Haven't seen any aound and just wondered if anyone here kept/bred/knew anything about them..
  40. S

    How many white kids are there?

    Ok so i was just browsing through the threads last night and I saw a few post that poked my curiousity. I know there are Mac, Darwin, Spotted and Olive Albinos but what other Albino's are out there in respect to Australian snakes (including Elapids, Colubrids and File species). What about...
  41. Ausxxx

    WTB Fly River Turtle (Pig nose Turtle)

    Hey guys, Just looking to see if anyone had any small to medium PNT's for sale. I am located in Newcastle, N.S.W and cannot travel longer than an hour away so i am willing to pay for shipping Cheers
  42. pbolomey

    Macherps reptile expo

    ANNUAL REPTILE EXPO Sunday 28th February 2010 GENERAL ENTRY FEE Adults $10 Kids $5 under 12 Familes $25 (2 Adults & 3 Kids) During the day Hot Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Reptiles for sale will be available at the show, providing you have the appropriate...
  43. G

    Pig nose turtle

    Scientific Name Carettochelys Insculpta Common Name Pig nosed turtle Age Juvenile *** Unknown Length 9cm Quantity Available 1 Bred By Greg Miles General Description Very shy, feeds on a large variety of fruit Location Bellingen Willing to Freight...
  44. G

    hello everyone

    Hi everyone, iv been on here for a while now, I only just started posting though and thought id better introduce myself my name is Josh and its nice to meet you all
  45. yommy

    Crocosaurus Cove

    Just got back from a week in the NT catching up with some good old herping mate. Went and had a look at Gavin Bedfords ' Crocosaurus Cove' in the main drag of Darwin. I would have to say it is one of the best displays of reptile i've seen in Aus. He has done an awesome job with this...
  46. spongebob

    John Cann at AHS meeting Wednesday

    I've just got the buzz that reknown herpetologist John Cann will be talking at this Wednesdays AHS meeting. Apparently he is talking on a 'mixed bag' of topics, ranging from the snakemen of old, to depletion of fresh water turtles in Australia, to herps seen on a visit to Papua, ..... John...
  47. Retic

    Pig Nose Turtle

    I have wanted one of these guys for a few years now after seeing an adult for sale, I got the chance just recently and jumped at it. I'm not a big turtle lover really but these are like sea turtles, totally aquatic and full of character. Also easy to feed as they are mostly vegetarian. The...
  48. D

    Albino pignose

    hi, found this while cruising on petlink any chance its legit? and yes i know its petlink were talking about :lol: and its only $30,000! ALBINO PIGNOSE TURTLE SUB ADULT FEMALE FOR SALE
  49. J

    god dam

    ALBINO PIGNOSE TURTLE SUB ADULT FEMALE FOR SALE
  50. Lars K

    Pictures/Biggest Mobile Reptile Show/Part 3

    Some adorable and (for this species) pretty active Gaboon Viper (Bitis gabonica rhinoceros) babies: Red Blood Python (Python (curtus) brongersmai): Western Hognose Snake (Heterodon nasicus), juvenile...
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