I'm recently got my new Russian a couple weeks ago and I have a few questions. First off, if they go into hibernation why do they have to come in if it's below 50? I live in SW FL where some night's may get below 50 but warms up in the 70's or 80's during the day. Do I still have to bring him...
My first tortoise, a Russian, is due to arrive today. I've built a nice enclosure outside. My question is, it's cloudy, gloomy and 67 out right now. It's supposed to get to 80 today but still stay cloudy. The temps are going to be the same for the next few days, being cloudy and somewhat chilly...
Hi everyone. I'm a newbie to the forum and also to tortoises. Tomorrow I'm going to get a Russian Tortoise. Thanks to all the wonderful info here, I've got a nice outdoor enclosure almost finished. I live in SW FL so it will be spending most of it's time outside. I've been pouring over all...
I'm looking to get a Russian Tortoise which will be my first. I want to make an outside enclosure but I have a few questions. I live in SW FL Where the summers are in the 90's. The enclosure with be on the west where it will get all day sun. Will that be ok? I've read conflicting things about...