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Zoological International Announcement

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September 25, 2025 at 3:28:00 PM PDT September 25, 2025 at 3:28:00 PM PDTth, September 25, 2025 at 3:28:00 PM PDT
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Zoological International joins the Monkfield Reptile family

Many people in the reptile keeping industry know Rick Wilton, founder of Zoological International, for his passion and unrivalled knowledge of tortoises. He has been breeding and caring for tortoises for over 4 decades and now we are delighted to announce that he will be bringing his incredible expertise to our team.

Zoological International has long been recognised as the gold standard in all thing's tortoise, known for its exceptional breeding practices, animal welfare, and a deep-seated reputation for quality. For decades, Rick has been the trusted source for some of the most sought-after tortoise species.

This acquisition allows us to provide a healthy and consistent supply of animals to you, our valued trade partners.

"We are incredibly excited to welcome Zoological International into the Monkfield family," said Jo Wise, Managing Director for Monkfield Reptile. "The reputation and expertise that Rick and his team have built are second to none. This acquisition is about preserving a legacy of quality and ensuring that the trade has access to healthy, high-quality sourced tortoises for years to come."

The Start of life and zoological international

This partnership provides a major benefit for pet shops and reptile retailers. Through exclusive supply agreements with Zoological International's established worldwide network, we will be able to offer consistent access to a wide range of top-quality tortoises.

We are excited to share more in the upcoming weeks about how to order and what tortoises will be available in the coming months.

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