Hey Guys, I've recently acquired a tortoise. Not really a pet I've ever thought of having but tbh he/she is growing on me quite quickly. So basically, my father in law was given the tortoise by a woman who he knows who didn't know much about it or how to look after it. He then in turn gave it to us for our daughters. Originally he was ina very small, very badly built tank, about 2ft long 18 inch deep and with a small uvb bulb in the centre of the tank. I dont know the wattage but it didn't get very warm for him. So I ordered a new bulb and fittings, some fresh substrate, new plants and a thermometer for him and have built him a table from some offcuts 18mm ply I had in work. Hes now a lot happier in himself, hes eating more, and is alot more active. My biggest problem is I wasnt given any information about him at all, and at the minute I'm not even sure what species he is, let alone his age, or eventual size.
I've uploaded a few pics, would anybody be able to I'd him/her for me to give me a better idea of his true care requirements and proper husbandry.
Any help is greatly appreciated, thanks.
I've uploaded a few pics, would anybody be able to I'd him/her for me to give me a better idea of his true care requirements and proper husbandry.
Any help is greatly appreciated, thanks.