Tortoises like variety and color in their meals. Wild tortoises forage for hours throughout the day, seeking out weeds, flowers, leafy greens, and grasses. Their meals will change from day […]
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Is Spinach Good For Tortoises?
Tortoises need a diet that mostly consists of grasses, leafy greens, and vegetables. Spinach seems like a natural choice since it’s a favorite leafy green among humans. Spinach is high […]
Can I Feed My Tortoise Banana?
Tortoises have been found to choose the bright yellow coloring of a banana over other treats. So, we know that tortoises like bananas., but that doesn’t mean all tortoises should […]
Do Tortoises Mark Their Territory?
Tortoises can be territorial, especially if they lack space. Male tortoises will get into heated battles if one encroaches on the space of another, and females will bite to ward […]
Do Tortoises Need Enrichment?
Many owners assume that, since tortoises are slow-moving, they don’t need to play. However, tortoises need entertainment for exercise and mental stimulation. Tortoises get bored, aggressive, and depressed when they […]
Why Is My Tortoise Walking Backwards?
Tortoises are capable of walking backwards. Their joints are designed to take them backwards, forwards, and from side to side. The only time a tortoise can’t back up is when […]
Why Can’t My Tortoise Open Its Mouth?
You may notice your tortoise hasn’t opened its mouth recently or appears to strain when moving its jaw. It may be several days before you realize that your tortoise can’t […]
Do Tortoises Get Stressed?
Tortoises are normally calm and easy-going animals. They’re not high maintenance or difficult to please, and they require little handling to remain in a good mood. A tortoise is stressed […]
How Does A Tortoise Get Off Its Back?
Tortoises can easily tumble, flip over, and land the wrong way up if the ground beneath their feet is uneven. Since tortoises love climbing and exploring, the likelihood of this […]