It may seem that tortoises are always sleeping, especially hatchlings and younger animals. You may be concerned if a tortoise appears asleep constantly, but it’s usually normal. Tortoises have a […]
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Where Can I Sell My Pet Tortoise? (6 Ways To Find A Buyer)
Many tortoise species can live for 50 to 100 years, making them life-long pets. Of course, keeping a tortoise this long isn’t always feasible due to changing personal circumstances. Sometimes, […]
Do Tortoises Have Good Eyesight?
The visual acuity of tortoises is the best of all reptilian species. This enables them to navigate the world, find nutritious foods, and avoid deadly predators and dangerous situations. Tortoises […]
How Long Do Baby Tortoises Stay Small? (Growth Chart + Sizes)
A baby tortoise (hatchling) may be the size of your hand now, but it’ll grow larger. Before it grows, you may need a larger enclosure, but its final size will […]
Are Tortoises Descendants of Dinosaurs?
Tortoises date back to the Permian ages, more than 250 million years ago, long before dinosaurs. Chelonians are much smaller and outlived dinosaurs, but that hasn’t stopped some scientific community […]
How Strong Is A Tortoise Shell?
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 […]