Horsefield tortoises should eat plenty of dark leafy green vegetables, such as collard greens, clover, wild mustard greens, turnip greens, kale, mulberry leaves, and ficus leaves. There are even some fruits that Horsefield tortoises can eat, such as plantains and figs. What fruit can my horsefield tortoise eat? Fruit eatingRead More →
Generally speaking, tropical tortoises such as the leopard tortoise don’t need to hibernate. Hibernating can be risky for very small tortoises, so never try to hibernate a sick or underweight tortoise that has not fed well throughout the summer. Can tortoises survive without hibernation? Far too many owners lose theirRead More →
Owino popularly known for his role as Mzee Msiri on the Kenyan TV series, Pete succumbed to stomach cancer. “We would like to send our condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Gillie Owino (Msiri). May his soul rest in peace. What type of turtle was Mzee? Mzee, aRead More →
Feng Shui Turtles for Safety The best Feng Shui placement for turtles is at the back of the house. Home buyers can put a turtle in the backyard of their garden. If you have a stone turtle located near the front door on the west side, it will bring securityRead More →
Male red-footed tortoises are larger than females and grow up to 13.5 inches (34 centimeters) long. Females average 11.25 inches (28.5 centimeters) long. Adult male tortoises can weigh up to 20 pounds (9 kilograms). Red-footed tortoises live throughout South America from Panama to Argentina. Do red-footed tortoises like to beRead More →
On average pet tortoises live between 50 and 100 years, that’s a long time to care for them so tortoises are for life, not just for christmas! Although this means that you’ll have a friend for life, it also means that you need to ensure that you are willing andRead More →
How Long Does a Pet Tortoises Live? Pet tortoises are one of the coolest pets you can have in your home. They can live anywhere between 50 to 100 years‘ They are cute, quiet and don’t shed fur like other pets. Can you have a pet tortoise in Australia? ProhibitedRead More →
For example, a scared tortoise will pull its head and limbs back into her shell. … That’s pretty obvious the tort is scared, even to humans who don’t hide in a shell. Turtles will also pull back into their shell if scared or threatened. We will also hide, run orRead More →
The Hermann’s Tortoise is docile and gentle with a great temperament for a beginner pet. Similar to other breeds, they enjoy leafy greens (like dandelions and kale) and will occasionally eat fruit. They are gentle and active tortoises who are great for any beginner. Do tortoise like to be petted?Read More →