I am a first time tortoise owner. Archibald is a few weeks over 3 years old. I have owned him since he was 1 month old. I bought the books and try to read anything to get more knowledge on tortoise husbandry and specifically care of Indian Stars [there is some serious lacking of published works...
Good evening! I am revamping my Indian Stars outdoor enclosure. I live in florida so my natural soil is a dirt sand mixture. I am thinking of buying some sod for half and some smooth river gravel for the other side. Also looking to plant some succulents and his prickly pear cactus in there.
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My Indian Star will be 3 April 24th. Today when I was bringing him in for the night from his outside enclosure I noticed some scuffs/abnormalities on his underside. I am curious if it is the starting of an infection or if it is from climbing over rocks and slate in his enclosure. I will update...