Bananas are as much and acceptable source of nutrition as any other food source. It is yet another fruit that can be added to a diet to make it varied.
Note: The fruit of a banana is a fruit, the Plant section is considered herbaceous, or an herb.
Can Horsefield tortoises eat bananas? Although a fruit, bananas are addictive to tortoises and can get them fat. You shouldn’t feed them that on a regular basis.
Sometimes, I use bananas when having to give medication.
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Can Horsefield Tortoise Eat Banana?
Yes, but only as a small portion of a varied diet. If your tortoise consumes too many bananas, they can become fat.
Personally, I wouldn’t feed more than twice a week. Feed them sparingly and only as treats.
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Some tortoise with sensitive stomach can face dodgy stomach as well when they consume it.
A varied diet is really important and a must to supply all the health elements they need. Sorry to some of you that disagree but a varied diet keeps them healthy and no illnesses to show speaks volumes I say.
