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I have a large female Russian tortoise that has been injured by a male Russian tortoise. The male tortoise has repeatably bitten the females front legs in trying to get the female in the right position to mate. My tortoises are kept outside so I did not notice that this was happening until it was too late. I now keep them separated but the damage has already been done. My female has loss toenails on both legs. Has anyone else witnessed this aggressive behavior? I was wondering if this happens in the wild too.
Does anyone know if the toenails will grow back or is she permanently injured. I am treating the sores with antibiotics, neosporin and have moved her inside until the sores heal. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Does anyone know if the toenails will grow back or is she permanently injured. I am treating the sores with antibiotics, neosporin and have moved her inside until the sores heal. Any suggestions would be appreciated.