rehpotsirhc
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Thank you! Thats actually one of the things I was wanting to research more. I live in Arizona, so its burning hot most the year, but in Nov and Dec the nights will reach 40 - 35 f. I will certainly look for those posts.Hi and welcome, sounds like Andy has a lovely new home.
There is a lot of old information still circulating on the internet and from pet shops and even some vets but the care sheet linked above will tell you everything you need to know about diet, temps etc. and if you follow that your tort should thrive.
I thought the tail looked female too as males tend to be longer and thinner but I could be wrong.
Depending on your winter climate and temps s/he may need a heated night box but members nearer to you will be able to advise on that. Tom has posted some good designs that he uses so it may be worth looking at those to be ready for colder days and nights.