Hello from Central California

RuthQ

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We recently aquired two young tortoises and are looking for insight on proper care. Stanley and Oliver are 1 year old.
Any care suggestions are welcome. Thanks.
 

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Markw84

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Welcome to the forum "neighbor"! I also keep sulcatas in central California. Ask any question you wish, and show us some pictures of your tortoises and where they are kept.
 

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Hi Ruth. We need to know what species you've got there. I can't tell if they are sulcatas or desert tortoises from your little avatar pic. Different care for each.
 

RuthQ

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Here are better pictures of each of them. I was told Desert.
We know the tank is too small and are looking for suggestions, including substrate.
We live on 10 acres of unfenced, never sprayed land and have access to several varieties of wild flowers and weeds, but are interested in what we should grow for them.
I don't know anything about soaking and if they've had it or proper light/warmth. We just the other day got the UVB lamp and stand (almost immediately noticed difference in activity)
Looking forward to any and all help! Thanks in advance.
 

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