kelly619
New Member
A friend of ours found this baby tortoise wandering around in the alley behind a busy street and far from any desert. We named him/her Wilson. At first I just assumed Wilson was a Desert Tortoise since we live in San Diego. But the more I look at pictures and read about how fast Sulcatas grow. The more I think Wilson might be one. On Nov. 11, 2019, the day we got him, Wilson weighed 73 grams and measured 2.5" on his bottom shell. As of today Wilson weighs 140 grams, measures 3.5" and has found his way into our hearts. I think he is fat, but how can you tell? . Never having owned a tortoise before we just made do with what we had. Would really appreciate any input or suggestions on Wilson
His substrate is a mix of coconut coir and succulent potting soil with no additives
I feed him what is suggested for the Gophers, leafy greens and no fruits He loves mushrooms and avocados He eats a lot! I cant go a day without feeding him. He sees me and comes running to eat and he/she is so sad looking I just have to to feed him
He has a large heat lamp and a 120 volt 60 watt lamp.
I try to let him soak in warm water for 15 minutes at least every other day.
His substrate is a mix of coconut coir and succulent potting soil with no additives
I feed him what is suggested for the Gophers, leafy greens and no fruits He loves mushrooms and avocados He eats a lot! I cant go a day without feeding him. He sees me and comes running to eat and he/she is so sad looking I just have to to feed him
He has a large heat lamp and a 120 volt 60 watt lamp.
I try to let him soak in warm water for 15 minutes at least every other day.