Do Sulcata tortoises prefer sleeping in cool or warm environments?

[FavoriteTortoise]

Im just got a young sulcata and im beginning to design an enclosure for him, should I place the hide near or away from the heat sources?

 

[Tom]

Im just got a young sulcata and im beginning to design an enclosure for him, should I place the hide near or away from the heat sources?

The choose to sleep where they choose for a wide variety of reasons. Some times they choose poorly. They should not have the choice to choose the wrong thing.

Here is the care info for the species:

The Best Way To Raise A Sulcata, Leopard, Or Star Tortoise

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