Hibernation or not!

[Alfonso E]

I have a couple of two months old Texas tortoises (5 cm), should they hibernate this winter? Or are they too small for that. Thanks

 

[Yvonne G]

I don't allow my hibernating species to hibernate until they live outside full time. This is at about 3 years of age.

 

[Vasu]

I have a couple of two months old Texas tortoises (5 cm), should they hibernate this winter? Or are they too small for that. Thanks

Hey Alfonso E,

I have a similar question - am not sure how old is my baby texas tortoise , but when can they start hibernation?
Hoping you might have answers now

Thanks,
Vasu

 

[Tom]

I like to hibernate temperate species every year, including their first. I've never had any problem doing it. I keep their first one short at about 8-10 weeks. The important thing is leading them into and out of hibernation correctly, and also maintaining the correct temperature throughout. Here is more on that:

Looking for an RT Hibernation "Mentor"

In this thread, @Tom mentioned seeking out a "mentor" who has experience in successfully hibernating Russian tortoises. So I am looking for you! Or any ideas of potential helpful peeps... Thanks! :) A little background: My boyfriend and I are interested in hibernating Steve, our male Russian...

tortoiseforum.org

I explain the details in post #19.