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A hot spot or basking spot should be provided on a thermostat of 32 to 35 centigrade. A cooler end should also be provided for the tortoise to escape the full heat from of no less than 20 degrees.

This or that: This is another cognitive enrichment activity that can be performed using food items. Place two food enrichment objects in the tortoise enclosure and see which of the two the tortoise chooses. Exercising food preference is also a way for tortoises to exercise their cognitive abilities by emulating choices they would make in the wild. When it comes to the health and wellness of your pet tortoise, early intervention is often key. It’s important to remember that even seemingly minor symptoms can indicate a more serious underlying condition. Therefore, if your tortoise exhibits any signs of illness, it’s imperative that you consult with a professional, preferably one who specializes in reptiles . Shell rot is another problem for tortoises, often caused by incorrect environmental conditions. However, this can also come about because of damage to the shell. Another point worth mentioning is the fact that tortoises can be aggressive creatures and if you have more than one, there is a risk that one of them is not getting enough food. A smaller, weaker tortoise may be finding it difficult to get the sustenance it requires, so this is something you need to keep an eye on. If you spot competition between your tortoises, it is probably best to feed them separately. OverfeedingPlease ensure that your Tortoise is fed the most natural of foods. A weed and plant diet is essential. Under no circumstances should you feed meat to your Hermann’s tortoise or any fruit or vegetables. Monitor humidity levels: Maintain suitable humidity levels in the tortoise’s habitat to prevent eye irritation and dryness.

Metabolic bone disease in a tortoise results in a soft shell that does not grow properly. Tortoises affected by MBD will also suffer from soft and weak bones that make it difficult for them to walk. Without treatment for MBD, a tortoise will die a slow and more than likely very painful death. Abnormal ShellUnderstanding the physiology and life cycle of any pet you own is so important as this will dictate how you should care for them, what you should feed them, and how long they should live for when cared for well. Each tortoise species is unique, and will require varying environments and diets dependent on their origin: some hibernate, others do not; some require large outdoor enclosures as well as indoor, whereas some will need highly regulated indoor enclosures; some like to burrow, others do not; some make socialable pets, others are shy and stress easily; fruit is the bulk of the diet for some, other species suffer gut problems if they eat fruit; and the list of differences can go on!

It is essential that tortoises are provided with the correct diet and balance of calcium to phosphorous within the foods offered to prevent metabolic bone disease (MBD) and pyramiding of the tortoise’s shell while it is growing. Tortoise diets need to be high in structural fibre, low in fat and low in protein ( Figure 2). In the wild, tortoises spend a large amount of their day grazing and browsing on vegetation around them, and will move over large distances and eat a wide variety of plants; this variety should be replicated in captive diets. FIGURE (2A) Pet tortoises should be fed high-quality forage such as chopped hay (2B) As well as as a mixture of green leaves from wild plants (2C) Large quantities of lettuce or similar types of produce that can be high in sugar and low in fibre and do not provide suitable levels of calcium should be avoidedLettuce has its place as a hydration tool but is commonly referred to as ‘green water’ as it contains virtually no fibre nor does it have any nutritional value either. A: Possibly. While tortoises do have periods of inactivity, a sudden or significant decrease in activity could indicate a health problem. If lethargy is paired with other symptoms, like loss of appetite or weight loss, consult with a vet. In conclusion, take extra care of your tortoise’s health. That way, you can help them live tear-free! Eye infections The Megaray is only available from Megaray online. These two sources of UV are proven to be the most effective. The life span of a T5, if you do not have a solar meter to test the output, is 18 months, and the same also for the Megaray. Diet: This species is primarily a herbivore but will enjoy the odd slug or snail – the bulk of their diet should be green leafy plants, weeds and flowers. Protein should be avoided for this species, and you should give them supplementary calcium and phosphorous to help them maintain strong shells.