Jumping and climbing

Smartie123

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Hi guys

Donny had a large hut in his enclosure that he never went in so yesterday I removed it to make more space and put a low bridge in its place. Straight away he was exploring climbing over it and generally enjoying himself. He has now started almost throwing himself off it! He climbs to the top leaps off (maybe trying to aim for his water dish!) then does it again. It's not high enough for him to hurt himself but i was rather worried when I saw him do it.
Does anyone else tort do this sort of thing?
Ok was hoping to up load a video but don't know how
 

Yvonne G

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This seems to be a common practice for some baby tortoises.
 

justino4444

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My russian does that off his half log and face plants every time. It's kind of fun to watch


~ Justin
 

ditzyangeluk

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Don't laugh, but I made a see-saw for my Hermanns. Sparky loves it and just walks over it and back again - Charlie isn't so sure! But it is really cute! Will try and get a pic of him on it!

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