Tortoises often find living in captivity stressful, especially when their surroundings are unfamiliar. Adding artificial plants to imitate their natural environment can make the transition easier. Fake plants look authentic, […]
Food And Drink
Can Tortoises Eat Worms?
Omnivorous tortoises, like desert tortoises (Gopherus agassizii), can eat worms, but herbivorous species, like Russian tortoises (Testudo horsfieldii), can get sick from ingesting animal protein. How much and how often […]
What Kind of Water Do Tortoise Drink? (Safe vs. Unsafe)
Tortoises stay hydrated by eating water-dense foods and absorbing water through the skin surrounding the cloaca (an opening near the tail). Despite this, tortoises must still drink water. Tortoises should […]
Are Tomatoes Safe for Tortoises?
Tortoises can eat ripe tomatoes (Solanum Lycopersicon) as a source of hydration, when given oral medication, as a training reward, or as an occasional treat. Unripe tomatoes and other parts […]
Can Tortoises Eat Pumpkin?
Pumpkin is a healthy fruit that many tortoises like eating. They’re vitamin and mineral-dense, high in soluble fiber for good digestive health, and an immune system booster. Tortoises can eat […]
What Do Tortoises Love To Eat?
Tortoises like flavorful, colorful, and nutritious meals. Wild tortoises forage for hours during the day, seeking out weeds, grasses, flowers, leafy greens, fruits, insects, slugs, and even animal carcasses. Tortoises’ […]