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I have 3 1-2 year old Russian tortoise and in there enclosure it gets very dry I was wondering shall I make a humid hide with swagman moss? Thank you
Yes on the humid hide, no on the moss. Also, use the correct substrate and keep it damp.I have 3 1-2 year old Russian tortoise and in there enclosure it gets very dry I was wondering shall I make a humid hide with swagman moss? Thank you
Tom, what are some good substrates that are good for this species that you recommend?Yes on the humid hide, no on the moss. Also, use the correct substrate and keep it damp.
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I like coco coir for babies, and I switch them to fine grade orchid bark when they are around 3-4 inches. Cypress mulch is okay too, but I don't have that here and don't often use it. There really is nothing else suitable.Tom, what are some good substrates that are good for this species that you recommend?