:tort: what are good foods i can feed my russian tortoise :tort:

(07-13-2012 11:35 AM)Gr1mm87 Wrote:   what are good foods i can feed my russian tortoise

Nothing but dark, leafy greens. (Spring Mix). High fiber, Low protein. Mine totally prefer Romaine and Butter Lettuce.

Thanks barely got my Russian tortoise and feed it the best things.

Welcome!

Welcome

Hi Gr1mm87:

Welcome to the Tortoise Forum!!

The steppe tortoise (Russians) prefer the broad-leaf greens and weeds over grass. You can start with a base of Spring Mix, and to that, add whatever edible weeds you can find from outside.

May we know your name and appx. where in the world you are?

Variety is important... don't let them start loving romaine.. there are better options..

Eddie and I'm in California

Welcome!

As mentioned above, the bulk of a steppe tortoise's diet (as in all Testudo species) should consist of a variety of leafy greens. I feed my guys the following:
Romaine lettuce
Prickly lettuce (wild)
Endive
Chicory
Dandelion (wild)
Arugula
Kale
Collard
Mustard greens

Occasionally they also browse on weeds like spotted spurge. Sometimes they eat grass as well. They also like flowers. Once a month they get a treat of fruit, like bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, grape, raspberry, or strawberry. They may also eat invertebrates like snails, slugs, or rolly-pollies from time to time.

Hello and welcome!