There are a number of noted "nutritionist's" [ Jon Coote - Chairman and past president, International Herpetological Society, etc., etc. - pg. 28, Sept. '06 Reptiles magazine ], zoo's and private keeper's [ self included ] that have found the vital importance of a "MICRO-CLIMATE" in the form of a humid hide.. to prevent pyramiding in virtually every tortoise known to man.. on the planet.
Coote's research has led him to address the issue of "low protein" advocated for feeding captive tortoises. While 'proper' levels of protein are vital for various reasons.. he also mentions in the article how difficult it has been to get tortoisekeepers to put this into practice.
Mark - Madkins007 - you've done a great job of referencing your info.. instead of just stating opinions.. what are your findings; as well as others?
This should/might create good { and outdated } info.. both subjects.
NERD
Coote's research has led him to address the issue of "low protein" advocated for feeding captive tortoises. While 'proper' levels of protein are vital for various reasons.. he also mentions in the article how difficult it has been to get tortoisekeepers to put this into practice.
Mark - Madkins007 - you've done a great job of referencing your info.. instead of just stating opinions.. what are your findings; as well as others?
This should/might create good { and outdated } info.. both subjects.
NERD
