Yes agreed! I got my first baby two years ago, and if I had the right space would be adopting a Sulcatta or two. Instead I am working to acquire a second Hermanns!
Thank you everyone; I am already experienced at keeping a happy and healthy two year old tortoise, I just wanted to make sure if there were any extra, special care requirements for a tortoise with so much pyramiding.
Hello knowledgeable tortoise keepers..
I came across an add for a tortoise rehoming and sent them a message but I wanted to share a pic of the tortoise here for advice. They say he is 3 years old. In further pics I do see a water dish and at minimum a heat light, as well as romaine lettuce being...
Hey there,
I'm looking to improve the substrate for my tortoise as I can't seem to keep up with keeping it moist enough. Orchid Bark seems tough to come by where I am, especially at a reasonable price, so I was wondering if a hemp mulch is okay? I found one on amazon that has no chemicals added...
Could I use the largest rubbermaid tub I can find, cut off the bottom, dig it into the ground, and use the lid to cut out a large area and replace it with screen?
I have a pretty young Hermann's and this summer I would like to give him as much natural UV light as possible by giving him an outdoor area. Space is limited where I'm at, but I'm confident I can make something big enough for Atlas. My main concern is that there are a lot of squirrels and cats...
I like the idea of using a shower rod for plants and lights. I would recommend against heating mats for any reptile as they can get too hot..
I'm not experienced enough to answer your other questions but hopefully someone will soon.
How do I know which foods are to bed often vs occasionally vs as treats etc..
I discovered today that I have mallow and deadnettle in my yard.
The breeder was mainly feeding dandelion which I now hear is to be occasionally fed.
And I know that I can get dandelion, watercress and coriander all...
Atlas is setting in very well I must say! He/She is very active, eating well, drinking well, loves basking and burrowing. I admit I was a little nervous at first because I really wanted everything to be perfect for Atlas and read a lot of beginner issues with babies and illnesses so I've been...
After some confusion and searching around and reading, I have become impatient waiting for my tortoise table and am going to use laminate flooring to line the inside! There was nothing on any of the shelves that I felt was safe enough while at the same time being effective at moisture prevention.