Category: Keeping a Tortoise

Tortoise siblings can certainly try to mate, as it is something that may occur in the wild, even though it is rare. It is very risky, though, and it should certainly not be encouraged, as it can lead...

A tortoise’s beak may grow too long and if it does, trimming it is a necessity. However, unless you know what you’re doing you should never attempt to trim the beak at home. It should usually...

You should not give milk to a tortoise. Indeed, whilst milk is full of nutrients, the tortoise’s digestive system is not made to process these nutrients. Milk may not be harmful in very small...

Tortoises bob their heads for many reasons. Male tortoises may want to assert dominance over other males or younger tortoises, or they may be showing mating behavior around females. Females may also...

If provided in moderate amounts, tortoises can safely eat collard greens. Collard is rich in vitamins and minerals, so in moderation, it can be an asset to a tortoise’s diet. Bear in mind that...

Broad leaf and narrow leaf plantain are good foodstuffs for tortoises not only because they are easy to find, but also thanks to the various vitamins and nutrients they contains. When fed as part of...