allyenc
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A lil over a week ago a desert tortoise showed up in our front yard so we looked for lost tortoises everywhere (online and social media) to see if we can find its owner but nothing. It doesnt seem like a wild tort because of where it was found and its reaction to humans so we decided to keep and take care of it (getting a permit asap). Were pretty sure its a male and weve been doing research ever since to make sure it has a happy and healthy life but i have a question about hibernation. Should it hibernate? If so for reference it has an outdoor enclosure/home and we live in the AV. Summers are very hot here (90-105). Fall just started so its still around 90 but its usually 80-70. During winter its 60-30 and these past few years its snowed so Im worried. What should I do if it snows and the tort is in hibernation? I dont want it to freeze or get sick. I know the temperature should stay the same so ive seen people bring it indoors, garage, get a shed, and etc but I dont know whats best.
Also we dont know its age so if any of you can tell please let me know. Sorry this is long and thank you for any help in advance!
Also we dont know its age so if any of you can tell please let me know. Sorry this is long and thank you for any help in advance!
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