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Ralf Rooibos

Male · Adult · 4 years

I am Ralf Rooibos, a Smooth-sided Turtle. Unfortunately, I ended up at the animal shelter due to the separation from my humans. I am looking for a new home, either alone or with my friend Alois Vera. I am male, weigh around 345 g, and am approximately 13 cm in size. My species has high requirements for husbandry and climate, so my animal caretakers here provide detailed advice – or perhaps you already have experience with my species. I would like a home with people who have knowledge about the husbandry of Smooth-sided Turtles or who are willing to learn. Outdoor housing is only possible in summer and requires a heated shelter or greenhouse. Important are summer temperatures of 26–31 °C and winter temperatures of 23–26 °C, with a clear temperature gradient. A year-round heat spot with around 45 °C is necessary. The humidity should be around 80% in summer and 60–70% in winter. For terrarium housing, a minimum size of 180 × 80 × 80 cm per turtle is assumed. If you would like to give me or us a home, please contact the Exotenhaus via the contact form below or by phone.

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Ich bin Ralf Rooibos eine Glattrand-Gelenkschildkröte. Ins Tierheim kam ich leider wegen der Trennung meiner Menschen. Ich suche allein oder mit meiner Freundin Alois Vera ein neues Zuhause. Das bin ich: Ich bin männlich, wiege ca. 345 g und bin etwa 13 cm groß. Meine Art stellt hohe Anforderungen an Haltung und Klima, deshalb beraten meine Tierpfleger:innen hier ausführlich – oder vielleicht hast du ja sogar schon Erfahrungen mit meiner Art. Ich wünsche mir ein Zuhause bei Menschen mit Kenntnissen in der Haltung von Glattrand-Gelenkschildkröten oder entsprechender Lernbereitschaft. Freilandhaltung ist ausschließlich im Sommer möglich und nur mit beheiztem Schutz- oder Gewächshaus. Wichtig sind Lufttemperaturen von 26–31 °C im Sommerhalbjahr sowie 23–26 °C im Winterhalbjahr, jeweils mit einem deutlichen Wärmegefälle. Ein ganzjähriger Hitzespot mit ca. 45 °C ist notwendig. Die Luftfeuchtigkeit sollte im Sommer bei etwa 80 %, im Winter bei 60–70 % liegen. Bei Terrarienhaltung wird eine Mindestgröße von 180 × 80 × 80 cm pro Tier vorausgesetzt. Wenn du mir oder uns ein Plätzchen schenken möchtest, melde dich über das Anfrageformular unten oder telefonisch im Exotenhaus unter , Mail .

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Berlin
Shelter
Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg
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Cared for by Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg · Berlin

Listed 2 months ago

About Ralf Rooibos

What life with Ralf Rooibos looks like

Ralf Rooibos is a small adult animal waiting at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg in Berlin.

Every animal has their own temperament and history. The shelter knows Ralf Rooibos far better than any listing can convey — ask about daily routine, ideal household, and what kind of adopter they're hoping for.

Note from the shelter: Requires specific temperature and humidity control: 26-31°C summer, 23-26°C winter, basking spot at 45°C, 80% summer humidity, 60-70% winter humidity. Minimum terrarium 180x80x80cm. Outdoor housing only summer with heated shelter.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ralf Rooibos, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ralf Rooibos?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ralf Rooibos on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ralf Rooibos if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Ralf Rooibos already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most animals on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Ralf Rooibos isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ralf Rooibos and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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