Growth Rate

RedFootedLove

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hi I have an 8 month old red footed tortoise that hatched on March 13 he is currently living in a 6x4 closed,chamber and he eats well but he is only 77 grams and has not even got his first growth rings I wasn't worried before but almost a year old and no growth rings now I'm worried by the time anyone replies I will most likely be in school so thanks for the advice in advance
 

ZEROPILOT

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This is something that is not always very visible. I believe that maybe it is more visible on tortoises that have had an accelerated growth, such as ones living in the tropics. (As far as Redfoot go.)
 

keepergale

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I have never kept Red Footed Tortoises however I am certain yours must have doubled I size since it has hatched. You are weighing yours which is the best way to monitor its growth. Visible growth rings are nothing to brag about anyway:)
 

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