Tortoises shed their skin (ecdysis) as they physically grow and develop. The shell prevents tortoises from shedding all their skin in one piece, but it’ll steadily flake and peel away. […]

Baby tortoises need far more sleep than adult tortoises. For the first year of a baby tortoise’s life, it’ll spend up to 22 hours per day sleeping in a secure […]

Tortoises can tumble, flip over, and land upside down if the ground beneath their feet is uneven. Since tortoises love climbing and exploring their territory, they can get flipped on […]

A tortoise’s shell is its primary means of defense, reflecting its state of health. It comprises a carapace (top) and a plastron (bottom) connected by a bridge. The shell conceals […]

Tortoises are considered quiet or even noiseless animals. As they’re solitary creatures, there’s less need for advanced communication between tortoises.  Despite their largely silent nature, there are certain noises that […]

Tortoises rely on their vision and other senses to navigate their surroundings, forage for food, and identify threats. Naturally, it’s concerning when you find a tortoise with constantly closed eyes. […]