Hello all,
for my fellow Canadians, I thought I'd like to let everyone know that Carolina Pet Supply, who offer the various seed mixes that we can't seem to find up here in the Great White, are able to ship some mixes to us in Canada.
I was able to research and find various information...
I like that idea. Right now I'm using plexiglass strips painted, fixed to the terrarium glass with magnets. It's a non permanent solution. (This is in the current terrarium, not the new construction)
I'm not so worried with escape, as it's going to be a fully enclosed setup, not just an open top table. I had read over and over that tortoises don't do well if they can see out, and don't understand that the glass is a barrier and may continuously try to push through it, possibly causing injury...
I'm constructing an enclosure for my Indian Star (still a baby). I'm at the point where I'm cutting windows for the side walls, and sliding windows for the front, and I'm not sure how high to keep the bottom portion under the windows to prevent the tortoise from seeing out the window and causing...
I'm building a new table setup for our small Indian Star. Currently housed in a 3ft x 1.5ft exoterra. This size is fine for awhile but seeing how active he is when outside and how much ground he covers we thought he'd appreciate more room.
I have a couple of questions...
How tall should I make...
I have switched over to coconut coir, allowing a little more humidity. I'm trying to keep humidity around 50% to avoid any possible respiratory issues. I've already started constructing a larger tort table too.
First couple of days was a little shy, but now is out exploring everywhere, very inquisitive. Enjoys warm soaks, eating a lot and doesn't seem too picky either on food items. As of yesterday, will now sleep with his head out of the shell, and when picked up to put into his bath will stay out of...
The flax I'm using is more similar to aspen shavings than seed. I am now keeping a water dish in the terrarium 24 hours / day. I am also going to be soaking him in warm water at least every other day. So I think the moisture requirement is met?
It does seem that a soil mix is the preferred...
I got the flax from the reptile store I purchased the tortoise from. They were put onto it by a breeder/dealer they use. They get it by the bag, it is the plant, dried and broken into small pieces, kind of like straw. It's very easy for cleanup, and he can it eat as well with no concern. So far...
Thank you for the quick replies. I was kinda thinking that was the best option, I will provide a shallow water bath at all times, and ensure soaking as well, just to be safe.
So, here's my first question after my intro ( told you I'd have some questions to ask!)
I have my recently acquired Star, about 2 inches right now. I've only had him/her for 3 days now. Today he ate for the first time, and ate well, has pooped already twice, so things are going well. He's...
Hello everyone, thought I'd take a moment to say hello.
I'm located near Winnipeg, Manitoba - Canada. Also known in Canada as "Winterpeg" due to the extreme winters we can get here.
I've been keeping reptiles for several years, and this is my first foray into tortoises. I recently...