Eastern Hermann’s Tortoise Hatchling

Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 48 customer ratings

$200.00

Eastern Hermann’s (Testudo hermanni boettgeri) are the most readily available of the Hermann’s tortoises.  They are quite different from the western subspecies and a lot more variable in size and coloration. The main difference is the lack of the subocular yellow spot on their cheek.  Eastern Hermann’s also lack a central black marking on the fourth vertebral scute of the carapace, which is typically always present on the western subspecies.  The color of their carapace is an attractive black and yellow with black/tan/straw skin pigmentation.  Hatchlings will have darker skin pigment, which will lighten with age.  They also have a faint yellow subocular patch (not spot) on their check, which usually goes away as they grow.  Their natural population inhabits Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Turkey and Greece.  They range from 7” to 9″ for females and 5.5” to 7″ for males. Being readily available, highly robust and extremely personable, makes them a great tortoise to own.

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They will be available to ship starting June 22 2020.

Eastern Hermann’s (Testudo hermanni boettgeri) are the most readily available of the Hermann’s tortoises.  They are quite different from the western subspecies and a lot more variable in size and coloration. The main difference is the lack of the subocular yellow spot on their cheek.  Eastern Hermann’s also lack a central black marking on the fourth vertebral scute of the carapace, which is typically always present on the western subspecies.  The color of their carapace is an attractive black and yellow with black/tan/straw skin pigmentation.  Hatchlings will have darker skin pigment, which will lighten with age.  They also have a faint yellow subocular patch (not spot) on their check, which usually goes away as they grow.  Their natural population inhabits Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Turkey and Greece.  They range from 7” to 9″ for females and 5.5” to 7″ for males. Being readily available, highly robust and extremely personable, makes them a great tortoise to own.

If you have any questions, please contact us Tortstork@tortstork.com.

48 reviews for Eastern Hermann’s Tortoise Hatchling

  1. Mary Doane –

    When I saw Randy’s posting in an online classified, I knew right away that I wanted to have one of his tortoises. A sweet little 6 mo old Hermann’s came to me just a few days later. I am not only pleased with how well started she is. She was indeed beautifully cared for and that was easy to see right from the start. But here’s the big deal for me: the support Randy has provided through this whole process. As he mentioned, “a tortoise is a big commitment and you should have the one you want.” He sent videos and pics of all the babies and I did indeed choose the one I wanted. Getting her here was a breeze. Randy took care of the shipping arrangements and kept me up to date with all of the details. He wanted to know when she arrived. And he wanted to make sure I gave her a good soak when she arrived.
    When my little tort did not eat immediately, I wasn’t concerned. I soaked her a few times that first day. A day or two went by, though, and she still didn’t want to eat, preferring instead to hide. I was in touch with Randy to let him know and he was extremely helpful. He asked for pics of my setup and encouraged me to continue to be patient with her. He shared a few “tricks” to get her started and they worked! She began eating, basking, exploring, I’m grateful for Randy’s care ethic, his knowledge, and his interest in my tortoise’s well being. This is the reason I chose to work with him and I’m very glad I did!

  2. han5 (verified owner) –

    If I could give the “Tort Stork” 10 stars I would! Randy was timely with his communication, allowed us to choose which tortoise we wanted, worked with our schedules to identify the best day for the stork to deliver our new baby, and followed up not just to make sure we received our sweet girl alright, but several days later to make sure things were still going well. I can tell Randy is committed to the tortoises he has had a hand in raising because he seems to care as much about our baby as we do and is quick to respond to any questions we have about her diet, behavior, etc. Equally important (to me anyway) is the fact that Randy also cares about tortoise education and conservation! I was deeply touched that he made a donation to The Turtle Room in my honor after my purchase. Thank you Randy!

  3. Wendy Sowards –

    Honesty would give Tortstork.com a 10 star review if I could . I wanted an Eastern Herman’s Hatchling and I am sooo glad I found Tortstork.com . Prior to my purchase Randy answered all my questions and was very prompt about everything. Randy sent me pictures and I got go personally pick her out and he even knew her birthdate ? . It’s very obvious he loves his tortoises . When my baby arrived she was super healthy and was shipped with the best care . I have enjoyed the entire experience ??. Someday I plan on purchasing a tortoise egg to hatch , in the meantime I’m gonna enjoy my baby Hatchling. I’ve named my baby Journey ?

  4. jessica.schey (verified owner) –

    The process from the very beginning has been so smooth and amazing! Randy has helped educate, comfort, and most importantly cared about our experience in picking our new baby Hermann’s. He was always available to answer the many questions I had regarding everything from food to housing. I had had a very bad experience after purchasing a hatchling from another source and I am so blessed and happy to have found tortstork and Randy! He sent pictures of our baby girl to choose from and it was an effortless process after that. You can tell he greatly cares for his babies and I very much recommend him for anyone ready and able to give a home to these beautiful tortoises. Our baby is super healthy and happy and we know we will be able to provide her with the best life possible, especially because she was given such an amazing start! Cannot thank Tortstork and Randy enough!

  5. Jeremy McCallister –

    My family and I recently received an Eastern Hermann’s hatchling from Randy. I’ve known Randy for years and he is clearly obsessed and compassionate about turtles and tortoises. I have no doubt that Randy is the best person to reach out to if you want to add a turtle or tortoise to your family. Not only was I confident that the tortoise hatchling would be healthy, I was also confident that we were choosing the best species for our level of experience and that it would be a good fit for our family. In addition to receiving the perfect tortoise for our family, we are also receiving excellent support and advice. Randy and his Tortstork website are great resources for both beginners and experienced individuals. Randy takes pride in his turtles and tortoises and does not hesitate to help ensure that your new turtle or tortoise will be healthy and happy in it’s new home. Thanks Randy!

  6. mrmruano (verified owner) –

    My family and I decided to purchase an Eastern Hermann Hatchling from TortStork. And we couldn’t be happier with our purchase. Open communication from the very beginning and extremely fast shipping. Highly recommended.

  7. Brooke S. (verified owner) –

    Tort Stork has delivered a 5 star hatchling and a 5 star experience. Our new baby is strong, healthy, and beautiful. There is no question that these hatchlings are raised with an abundance of knowledge and love. Absolute perfection!

  8. Miguel R. (verified owner) –

    This is my 2nd Hermann’s Tortoise Hatchling I purchase from TortStork. I am absolutely happy with my purchase. Randy has been alot of help since the very beginning. Taking the time to answer all of my questions. Let’s just say that I will come back for a 3rd one in the upcoming months 🙂

  9. Melynda (verified owner) –

    My little one arrived quickly and appears healthy.

  10. Ashley T. (verified owner) –

    Tortoise arrived safe and healthy. Great customer service and fast shipping.

  11. Jennifer (verified owner) –

    We couldn’t be happier with our new tortoise. Randy was super helpful and responsive through the whole process.

  12. Brianna G. (verified owner) –

    The best gift ever : )

  13. Savanna W. (verified owner) –

    He was very helpful and kind, reassuring us about the wellbeing of our tortoise when delivery was delayed with FedEx. Our tort arrived healthy and safely. We will definitely recommend Tortstork to others

  14. Gregg Holland (verified owner) –

    I purchased a three week old Hermann Tortoise for my son’s 9th birthday. I was extremely overwhelmed with the set up and wanted to make sure I had an adequate set up. With so many options I chose to stick with something the tortoise could grow into so I wouldn’t have to fuss with the set up again. Randy is extremely patient and helpful and I can not thank him enough! I am more than confidant and educated on how to take care of my little one- with some laughs along the way! My son is over the moon with his tortoise and he has made a great addition to our home during the Corona Virus. We are enjoying taking care of Squirt and learning along the way what he likes to eat. I am so glad I ordered from Randy and if I were to purchase another, I would do it through him. I would also recommend him to friends and family members who also would like to purchase a tortoise. His customer service and communication with me was so very helpful and so very much appreciated! This birthday will be very memorable for my son, during this time when birthdays are a little different! I also purchased the books as a gift to give him on the day of his birthday. The books have beautiful illustrations, and a positive message- teaching empathy. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! You went above above and beyond and we are so very grateful!

  15. Debbie C. (verified owner) –

    Amazing experience. Randy’s knowledge and the evident care he provides to his torts is 100%+. I received my handsome little hatchling in perfect condition and couldn’t be more pleased. Randy answered all my ‘many’ questions before, during, and after the purchase and delivery process. And me, being a newbie tort mom… I had/have MANY questions. I don’t think the man sleeps because considering the out of state time difference, he still always responds with an answer right away. That’s true commitment. 🙂

  16. Jackie G. (verified owner) –

    Randi was a pleasure to deal with. He quickly answered all my questions!

  17. Aron J. (verified owner) –

    Awesome! experience dealing Tortstork. Randy is great, thanks again for the pleasant experience; my daughter’s Hermann Tortoise is doing great! 👍👍👍

  18. Domanique (verified owner) –

    This was a great experience , Randy answered all my questions and trust me there were a ton! This is a lifelong commitment and he makes you fee comfortable and prepares you . My little guy arrived in great packaging healthy and friendly . If I ever choose to get another tort there is no other breeder I’d even consider .

  19. Gunner Moss (verified owner) –

    I couldn’t be happier with my new Hermanns tortoise and the great customer service, definitely one of the best places to get a baby tortoise!!

  20. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Highly recommend, arrived on time and healthy !

  21. Breana Murphy (verified owner) –

    Great

  22. Erik (verified owner) –

    Very good experience purchasing our little eastern Hermanns. Shes brought a lot of happiness to our family. Randy was great at getting back to me regarding the shipping process.

  23. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Excellent customer service. Tort arrived as expected. All my questions were answered. Can tell Randal really cares about the animals. Highly recommend

  24. Kayla (verified owner) –

    Im very grateful for receiving a tortoise from TortStork, my tortoise has been doing amazing and is extremely active! Throughout the process of receiving my tortoise, all my questions and concerns were quickly answered!

    If you are looking for a good quality, safe and legit place to get your tortoise, look no further!

  25. Chris R. (verified owner) –

    What an amazing experience start to finish! Customer service was above and beyond. She is the happiest healthiest little girl. Eats great. Loves to explore, and already eats from my hand. I have kept reptiles for 20+ years and I was very impressed with both the level of customer care, and health/happiness of the animal.

  26. Brian Hill (verified owner) –

    We received our little Eastern Hermann’s Tortoise hatchling safe and sound and right on schedule. We have a beautiful, hungry, and active little buddy and we couldn’t be happier. Dream come true. Randy was awesome throughout the entire process and was available for questions at anytime via email, text, instagram, and over the phone. He even checked in to see how our tortoise was doing a few days after it arrived. Amazing. So happy I discovered Tortstork. Thanks Randy!!

  27. Melissa (verified owner) –

    OMG !!! This has been a great experience. Taco our Hermann’s Tortoise is Awesome and he is soooo cute. Thank you for responding to my emails, text messages and answering all of our questions.

  28. Sarah Garduno (verified owner) –

    We are extremely pleased with our Tortstork purchase! Randy provided plenty of detailed information from the get-go and checked in with us after we received our tortoise! He has been very helpful throughout the entire process and we are 110% satisfied!

  29. Veronica M. (verified owner) –

    Absolutely love my little healthiest baby! Thank you so much tortstork!

  30. Casey S. (verified owner) –

    My little guy arrived happy and healthy and looks AWESOME!! I’m so happy with him and this is such a great business and Randy knows what he’s doing!

  31. Kristin Gonzalez (verified owner) –

    I’m super happy with my new hatchling tortoise! It arrived safely and looks very healthy. It’s very active and exploring its new enclosure and eating already! I would highly recommend TortStork to my friends and will be purchasing my next tortoise from them in the future.

  32. Eric L. (verified owner) –

    I was looking at a bunch of other tortoise listings on the internet and I stumbled upon TortStork. After receiving my Eastern Hermann’s tortoise, I am pleasantly satisfied and extremely happy with my purchase. Randy is super helpful, kind, and speedy with my order. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire logistical order process from communicating with Randy to awaiting my tortoise from the FedEx mail. This was an effortless and exciting moment for me. I will be back soon for a second one! These tortoises are housed with such delicate care and love from an amazing owner and I am grateful for this assurance when purchasing my first tortoise.

  33. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    While I had bought my last tortoise from pet smart and had many complications with its health, I was hesitant to even get another. After doing my research on tort stork, I finally decided to give it a try and get a beautiful little eastern Hermanns. I am beyond satisfied with the way everything worked out. Randal was extremely helpful throughout the whole process and his response time was great! He always answered within the same day and checked up on my shipment throughout the day. I strongly recommend getting your tort from him or even just message him for any information you need. So thankful!

  34. Ken Clark (verified owner) –

    Great communication! Beautiful, healthy tortoise!

  35. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Great service! Fast shipping and a healthy tortoise!

  36. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    i had a great time and bulbasaur is very happy

  37. Eric Polaski (verified owner) –

    Our little Tater Tot arrived to us hungry and happy! Burrows and sleeps a healthy amount in the closed chamber habitat I designed out of a large plastic rubbermaid bin. Randy is well regarded in the community, and that’s why I chose Tortstork for a baby Hermann’s. My first purchase from him will not be my last!

  38. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Great experience with Tortstork. My eastern Hermanns came quickly and safely. He’s such a cute and healthy little guy, can’t wait to watch him grow!

  39. Ethan Hill (verified owner) –

    Its very healthy and is active and is eating good thank you very much.

  40. William L. (verified owner) –

    The site was a breeze to navigate through. Communicating with Randal through email was quick and simple. After the purchase, I was able to pick out my Hermann’s within hours of initial contact. The package also arrived on time and now there is a new amazing member in the family!

  41. Jennifer (verified owner) –

    My family’s experience with TortStork was great, from start to finish! We pre-purchased two Hermann’s about a month ago. Randal sent us pictures of the girls when they hatched, gave us updates on their condition, and coordinated their delivery with great care. They arrived happy and healthy yesterday, and our whole family is thrilled!

  42. Quentin S. (verified owner) –

    I am very pleased with my new Hermann’s hatchling. Randy responded to my order and emails quickly, answered all of my questions promptly, and let me wait a few days before shipping as I requested. He seems quite confident in his correspondences, which is reassuring when getting a live animal. The hatchling itself was packed safely and arrived on time. My shipping notification said that he shipped late in the day, which I appreciate because that is less time of the animal just sitting at the post office.
    Everything was fine when I unpacked the hatchling; she was already awake, had no signs of injury or real distress, and she had even defecated on the way. I offered her food the same day that I got her and she ate well then spent the rest of the day getting familiar with her new home. I have had her for 5 days now and this behavior has continued, she eats (very well, might I add! it is amazing to see how much this little tortoise eats), walks around for a while, then burrows down to sleep. There is no sign of illness, she is doing everything I expect of a perfectly healthy tortoise, and her shell is very smooth.
    Randy has obviously done a good job taking care of these hatchlings and makes sure that they arrive to their new homes safely. My greatest thanks to Randy for this; my little Ella is a lovely and beloved addition to my family. Thank you!

  43. Connor Sullivan (verified owner) –

    My little guy arrived happy and healthy as well as right on time. He’s been eating, and absolutely loving his new enclosure. I would 100% considering picking one up from Tortstork regardless if you’re a new or veteran Tortoise keeper.

  44. Carmen Huberman (verified owner) –

    I love with our new baby

  45. Michelle S. (verified owner) –

    This review is a little late. I got my hatchling around 2 weeks ago and could not be happier. He came safely packaged and received updates as he was shipped, which was great. He was shy at first, but after following the care instructions that came with him he is now very comfortable in his new home. He is very active and eats readily, never refusing a meal. The whole experience was awesome, it really has me considering buying another one.

  46. SEAN (verified owner) –

    Wonderful experience! Quick response to questions we had, and the animal arrived safely.

  47. Gina B. (verified owner) –

    This is my first purchase of a tortoise. A dream come true as I have always wanted one as a child. I would recommend anyone to use TortStork.com when purchasing a live tortoise. The communication from Randy was outstanding. I had a few questions prior to the delivery and he answered them promptly. In just a few days, my beautiful Eastern Herman’s Tortoise Hatchling arrived and was already active, eating, and getting to know the new enclosure. I am very pleased with my purchase and our new family member. Thank you Randy and TortStork.com.

  48. Myah Bernard (verified owner) –

    This guy (or girl) is the most adorable thing i’ve ever seen and Randy was very helpful answering my questions about tortoise care, overall a great experience!! Hard to not want more of them 👀

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