Telling the difference between a wild and pet tortoise can be difficult because they act similarly by wandering, burrowing, foraging, and sunbathing. Finding an exotic tortoise that isn’t native to […]
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Can A Tortoise Pass A Bladder Stone or Does It Need Surgery?
While wild and captive tortoises are susceptible to developing bladder stones (also known as uroliths), they’re most commonly seen in tortoises living in captivity. When tortoises urinate, they produce a […]
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 […]
Can You Put A Tracker on A Tortoise? (Finding Lost Tortoises)
Tortoises are slow movers, but they’re skilled at hiding, digging, and climbing. It’s impossible to monitor an outdoor tortoise constantly, and indoor tortoises are adept at escaping when exploring the […]
How To Prevent Pyramiding in Tortoises (Unnatural Scute Growth)
Tortoises are susceptible to shell problems, especially during their formative years. Shell pyramiding occurs due to the wrong diet, sunlight, substrate, or humidity. Unfortunately, pyramiding can’t be reversed, but you […]