Tortoise shells have evolved to be very strong over the millennia, protecting them from predators and extreme weather. The shell is resilient against fractures, weight, falls, attacks, and bites. According […]

Avoid keeping tortoises in fish tanks or aquariums because they lack space, have poor ventilation, retain bad odors, and lead to bacterial growth. Tortoises grow distressed by the high glass […]

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

Tortoises can learn clever tricks and retain information for months or years. However, tortoises don’t know their names, as they can only hear heavy vibrations and low-range sounds. The average […]

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 […]

Russian tortoises are popular pets due to their diminutive size. However, you must prepare for their full-grown size and not just their current length, width, height, and weight. Adult Russian […]

Tortoises live long lives, growing much slower than other animals. Depending on the species, a tortoise may take up to a decade to reach its full size. However, there are […]

With so many lovely tortoises available, it can be hard to choose just one. Indeed, this abundance of choice might leave you questioning, “Can I just get two different species […]

Foxes are cunning apex predators with sharp teeth, dexterous bodies, slender snouts, and claws. Foxes are a serious threat to tortoises. Hungry foxes, especially new mothers, are deadly hunters, while […]