Foods that both Sulcata tortoises and Green iguanas can share.

[tigerscott79]

Trying to make list of foods both Sulcata tortoises and iguanas can eat (ik sulcata are mostly hay and grasses and weeds , however is there an over lap of acceptable foods (veggies , weeds, and such) i can feed my green iguana and use on occasion as topper or treat for my sulcata tortoise? Ik there are foods both cant eat but wouls greatlyike help with list they can have if anyone is able too? Thanks.

 

[ZEROPILOT]

Green leafy things and flowers can be used for both. Hibiscus bushes would be good to plant in your yard.
I don't keep Sulcata, so I'm not sure what else can be fed

 

[Chubbs the tegu]

Trying to make list of foods both Sulcata tortoises and iguanas can eat (ik sulcata are mostly hay and grasses and weeds , however is there an over lap of acceptable foods (veggies , weeds, and such) i can feed my green iguana and use on occasion as topper or treat for my sulcata tortoise? Ik there are foods both cant eat but wouls greatlyike help with list they can have if anyone is able too? Thanks.

Pretty much any greens u feed ur iguana are fine supplemental food for ur sully and ur iguana can eat the weeds ur sully eats also.

 

[TammyJ]

Pumpkin leaves and flowers are a big favorite with both .

 

[HowelGrace]

Hey! I'm not an expert, but I like learning new things about animals. While diets of Sulcata tortoises and green iguanas may differ slightly, there are some overlapping options.

 

[TammyJ]

Hey! I'm not an expert, but I like learning new things about animals. While diets of Sulcata tortoises and green iguanas may differ slightly, there are some overlapping options.

One of the main differences is that the sulcata must not be given fruit.

 

[TammyJ]

One of the main differences is that the sulcata must not be given fruit.

And you are NOT an expert Tammy. This is something you have learned from the experts here.

 

[Tom]

Trying to make list of foods both Sulcata tortoises and iguanas can eat (ik sulcata are mostly hay and grasses and weeds , however is there an over lap of acceptable foods (veggies , weeds, and such) i can feed my green iguana and use on occasion as topper or treat for my sulcata tortoise? Ik there are foods both cant eat but wouls greatlyike help with list they can have if anyone is able too? Thanks.

Basically everything that you'd feed to a sulcata, except the grass hay and grass, can be fed to the iguana.

 

[Maggie3fan]

Green leafy things and flowers can be used for both. Hibiscus bushes would be good to plant in your yard.
I don't keep Sulcata, so I'm not sure what else can be fed

Rose of Sharon, grape leafs, dandelions and more...clover

it's easy to grow food for Sulcata in your own yard ...this is what a meal looks like at my house for Sulcata

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[HowelGrace]

Hey! I'm not an expert, but I like learning new things about animals. While diets of Sulcata tortoises and green iguanas may differ slightly, there are some overlapping options.

Some good options include leafy greens like collard greens, dandelion greens, kale, and fruits like strawberries, melons, and apples.
By the way, I also came across an article titled are iguanas dangerous? that you might find interesting. After reading this, I just want to know if you understand some dangers of owning an exotic pet.

 

[Tom]

Some good options include leafy greens like collard greens, dandelion greens, kale, and fruits like strawberries, melons, and apples.
By the way, I also came across an article titled are iguanas dangerous? that you might find interesting. After reading this, I just want to know if you understand some dangers of owning an exotic pet.

No, those are not great options. All of those greens are okay to feed once in a while but not as regular diet items. Fruit should never be offer to a sulcata.

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