Good long-term memory is essential to tortoises. Different species can be found worldwide, but most are found in semi-arid habitats. Food sources in these localities are often scattered across the […]
Questions And Answers
How Do Tortoises Protect Themselves from Predators & Enemies?
Tortoises are slow-moving animals, leaving them vulnerable to predation. For this reason, they need to be able to protect themselves, which they achieve through various self-defense mechanisms. Tortoises have to […]
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 members of […]
Is It Normal for A Baby Tortoise To Sleep A Lot?
Baby tortoises can spend almost the entire day sleeping. If a baby tortoise is rarely awake, owners may be concerned that it’s sick or injured. Depending on the species, baby […]