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Bedding question Logic would say no but since clay is a natural compound and normally found out doors, has anyone considered using kitty litter for substrate? I'm needing an absorbant, odor reducing, cost-effective substrate for a large enclosure...it is not toxic and for larger African...

Thanks for sharing, sounds like you have plenty of running around room there for a hatchling!

Light Thanks, I noticed my leopard tortoise' color was beginning to fade almost to an albino look. Realized the light I was using was not providing him the UV he needed. Switched to a ExoTerra Solar Glo 125W. It also provides a very good heat source all in one. $39.00 and should last a year. I...

Growth rate Yes, 65 grams to today at 1 pound 4 ounces in just under a year.

With thanks.... Thanks Scott. I've noticed he seeks the Mazuir tortoise chow with the calcium before finishing off the others. I've switched the order of where the calcium is and routinely he goes for the chow w/ first. Interesting. Again, thanks for your insight. Picture showing improving...

Just took these as he came out for lunch! Pleased to share his first meal with you after staying in his shelter yesterday and most of today. The white is only some calcium which is left over from his Miz. tortoise chow.[hr] The heating pad is brand new from Zoo Med. It is for adult large...

It comes in at 650 grams or 1lb 4 ounces. Where are you located?

Leopard follow up I live in Kennett Square, PA, very close to the lower right hand corner of the state. Thank you by the way, you were my very first response (of two). I have since added a sliding door so he is more cozy and feels more secluded making it nearly 'dark' inslide. He hasn't eat...

:(Just joined the site and I'm new to taking care of my leopard tortoise. I got him at just 65 grams in January 2010, he is not 650 grams last week so everything is good. He outgrew his 29 gallon long tank so I built a 25" wide by 72" long table with lights that hang down. I have the new ZooMed...