Every tortoise carries worms. However, if a tortoise’s natural immunity is compromised by stress, hibernation, or sickness, internal parasites like worms could adversely affect its health. You can tell if […]
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Can A Tortoise Get Constipated? [My Tortoise Isn’t Pooping]
Tortoises don’t poop as much as other animals, but they can still get constipated. Tortoises that can’t poop will become lethargic and disinterested in food, appearing stressed and uncomfortable. Tortoises […]
Treating Respiratory Infections in Tortoises [Vet + Home Aftercare]
If ignored or left untreated, respiratory infections can be life-threatening because tortoises lack a diaphragm, meaning the chest and abdomen aren’t separated. The tortoise can’t cough up mucus, so it […]
How Long Can A Tortoise Sleep? [Hours Per Day + Patterns]
It may seem that tortoises are always sleeping, especially hatchlings and younger animals. If a tortoise appears asleep constantly, you may feel concerned, but it’s usually normal. Tortoises have a […]
Can Tortoises Survive A Fall? [I Accidentally Dropped My Tortoise!]
Tortoises can sustain injuries due to drops during handling and falls from high places. After all, most tortoises are active climbers, and they often attempt to scale rocks and other […]
Where Can I Sell My Pet Tortoise? [6 Ways To Find A Buyer]
Many tortoise species can live for 50-100 years, making them life-long pets. Of course, keeping a tortoise this long isn’t always feasible due to changing personal circumstances. Sometimes you can’t […]
How To Tell If Your Tortoise Is Pregnant (Gravid)
Tortoises are oviparous vertebrates, producing eggs (not live young) to propagate the species. Instead of becoming pregnant, female tortoises become gravid. A tortoise can become pregnant (gravid) once she’s reached […]
Do Tortoises Have Good Eyesight?
The visual acuity of tortoises is the best of all reptilian species, which enables them to navigate the world better, find nutritious foods, and avoid deadly predators and dangerous situations. […]
How To Tell If Tortoise Eggs Are Fertile or Infertile
Asexual reproduction isn’t possible because all eggs laid without mating with a male will be unfertilized. Even if no mating has occurred, the egg will still form and be laid. […]