tomat0
New Member
The more I read, the more I want all tortoises!
I'm having a bit of trouble narrowing down the species I'd like to keep. So, hopefully with your suggestions I can make a better decision regarding the tortoise species that will thrive in the environment I can provide.
I'm located by Diamond Bar in SoCal zone 10a (winter lows of 30°F). Backyard is 6,000+ sq ft of dirt (grass/weeds), a relatively large fruit orchard and ornamental trees abound. I will provide a heated night hide of course. Grasses and food plants can be grown quite easily, particularly broad-leaf weeds. I also garden so that's another possibility.
If I could choose, I'd pick cherry-heads but I believe I'll run into issues with humidity. I have no other roaming pets and the yard is essentially organic.
Which species can thrive under this environment? Do I limit myself to a single male or multiple females? Possibly a harem? Help!
I'm having a bit of trouble narrowing down the species I'd like to keep. So, hopefully with your suggestions I can make a better decision regarding the tortoise species that will thrive in the environment I can provide.
I'm located by Diamond Bar in SoCal zone 10a (winter lows of 30°F). Backyard is 6,000+ sq ft of dirt (grass/weeds), a relatively large fruit orchard and ornamental trees abound. I will provide a heated night hide of course. Grasses and food plants can be grown quite easily, particularly broad-leaf weeds. I also garden so that's another possibility.
If I could choose, I'd pick cherry-heads but I believe I'll run into issues with humidity. I have no other roaming pets and the yard is essentially organic.
Which species can thrive under this environment? Do I limit myself to a single male or multiple females? Possibly a harem? Help!