Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group

Turtle Tea with TTPG

Kids EN ↓ 30 episodes

Pour yourself a cup and join me for Turtle Tea - the definitive turtle and tortoise podcast! Whether you're a new keeper or a die-hard turtle nerd, we're sharing the inside secrets for keeping and breeding a variety of species. This show is brought to you by the Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group (TTPG), whose mission is to ensure survival of the world’s turtles and tortoises through captive breeding. Be sure to subscribe for expert species guides, husbandry and breeding advice - we’re brewing up new episodes every two weeks.

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Episodes

Egyptian Tortoises: Breeding to Save a Species 15.12.2025 29:32

Wendy sits down with long-time keeper and founding member of the Kleinmanni Assurance Project (KAP), Ralph Till , for a deep dive into breeding the critically endangered Egyptian tortoise. Ralph shares decades of hands-on experience, including ideal female size and age, seasonal breeding behaviors, how to set up reliable nest boxes, incubation best practices, and what to expect from hatchlings dur...

Egyptian Tortoises: Tiny Survivors on the Brink 01.12.2025 33:17

Ever wondered how to care for one of the world’s smallest and rarest tortoises? Join Wendy Montroy and Ralph Till as they dive deep into the hidden world of Egyptian tortoises ( Testudo kleinmanni ), exploring what makes them so fragile, fascinating, and vital to save. In this episode of Turtle Tea with TTPG , host Wendy Montroy talks with lifelong TTPG member and Kleinmanni Assurance Project foun...

Hatching Success: Tabasco Mud Turtle Breeding 17.11.2025 21:47

Wendy Montroy sits down with Michael Thathuvaswamy to dive into the fascinating world of Tabasco Mud Turtle breeding ( Kinosternon acutum ). Building on the previous episode about husbandry and care, this discussion explores everything about breeding and hatchling care. Whether you’re a long-time turtle keeper or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical, field-tested insights to he...

Tabasco Mud Turtles: The Turtle World’s Best-Kept Secret 03.11.2025 26:48

Host Wendy Montroy sits down with Michael Thathuvaswamy of Shelled Friends to explore the fascinating Tabasco Mud Turtle ( Kinosternon acutum ) . Native to the lowlands of Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala, this small, colorful mud turtle is both beautiful and underrated. Michael shares how he fell in love with the species, how they thrive in captivity, and why they make an excellent choice for new ke...

The First Brew: Welcome to Turtle Tea with TTPG 26.10.2025 3:25

Host Wendy Montroy kicks off the podcast by introducing our mission: to build a digital library of real-world care and breeding information for turtles and tortoises. This show is brought to you by the Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group (TTPG) and aims to equip keepers, from beginners to experts, with the knowledge needed to ensure the survival of these incredible animals through responsible c...