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[Dabj]

Hi I have three red foot tortoises i got them when I was 13 as hatchlings. They were gifted to me. Being young i really didnt know how to take care of them but i am getting better and learning fast. I need some help due to my inexperience they have developed pyrimiding, and I have been able to stop it but what i dont know is will they ever grow out of it? They are 5 years old now and i love them to death and i want to give them thr best life possible. I also would like to know what plants are toxic for them because i am in the process of building a permanent outside enclosure for them. Thank you for any help in advance

 

[Yvonne G]

He, and welcome!

As you know, your RF tortoises should be kept in a very well-planted enclosure, so that you can provide the humidity they require. You can look up "toxic plants" on the 'net and avoid planting those. Some edible plants that I use are hosta, wandering jew, rose of sharon, some of the different types of clump grasses (they love to hide under these), etc. I also have a fig tree in the YF yard, as they really love it when the ripe fruit falls on the ground.

 

[JoesMum]

The Tortoise Table Plant Database is a great place to look up plants for suitability. It doesn't include everything, but it's a great start
http://www.thetortoisetable.org.uk