The prolapse itself is a sign that the tortoise requires emergency help. Yet, some owners will ignore the condition, assuming the prolapse will go away on its own. Is it true? Can tortoises live with...
Category: TORTOISE
The newbie keepers often get scared seeing the tortoises bobbing their heads. What does this head bobbing actually mean? Is your tortoise in danger? Tortoises may bob their heads to: Show...
Have you ever been chased by your pet tortoise? I know it sounds absurd, but hear me out. Apparently, the owners and strangers may get charged by tortoises. Let me tell you why. Tortoises often...
The mother tortoises are totally selfish. They will leave the nests right after depositing the eggs and never return. Hence, your responsibility as the owner is to hatch the eggs in the right...
People often think a heating lamp is all the tortoises need, and they ignore the UVB bulb. Well, those keepers are doing it absolutely wrong, which can cost them their pets. Let me explain it in...
Gravid tortoises need special attention and care as they are carrying eggs. For example, a separate house, suitable nesting area, nutritious diet, etc. But how to differentiate a gravid tortoise from...