Most tortoises are herbivores, consuming a plant-based diet comprising leafy greens, plants, weeds, and flowers. According to PLOS One, herbaceous perennial plants comprise 30% of the desert tortoise’s diet.  Most […]
Food And Drink
Is Spinach Good For Tortoises?
Grazers by nature, tortoises love to chew on weeds, flowers, and grasses. What about spinach? Is this green leafy vegetable a safe food for tortoises? The truth is that tortoises […]
Can I Feed My Tortoise Banana?
Tortoises are drawn to a banana’s bright and vibrant yellow color. We know that most tortoises like bananas, but that doesn’t mean all tortoise species should eat tropical fruit. It’s […]
Why Does My Tortoise Try To Eat Stones, Rocks, And Pebbles?
Wild tortoises eat small stones, rocks, or pebbles due to a deficiency in their diet or routine. Although it’s a normal compulsion, eating rocks isn’t beneficial or safe for tortoises. […]
Do Tortoises Need Protein? (Too Much vs. Too Little Protein)
Depending on the species, tortoises have a biological system primed for a desert, tropical, or sub-tropical environment. The environment significantly affects tortoises’ nutritional requirements and digestion. One of the most […]
What Can Tortoises NOT Eat? (Plants, Fruits + Veg To Avoid)
Tortoises like eating brightly-colored foods with interesting smells. Unfortunately, with so many plants, fruits, and vegetables available, poisoning and toxicity are ever-present risks. Tortoises shouldn’t eat flowers like poinsettias, gardenias, […]