Different tortoise species love avocados and I have never heard of any issues linked to feeding them. But, I have read in various books that avocados contain a bad calcium to phosphorus ration which means that if fed in large quantities and often enough, a tortoise’s calcium uptake might get inhibited. Avocado fruits are rich … Read more
They can safely consume aloe Vera, but since it is a laxative, I wouldn’t feed too often. Aloe Vera is great for your tortoise. Same thing applies to cactus. To feed, simply slice it small and watch your ladies and gentlemen go to work on it. You can swap it with opuntia every other day … Read more
Baby Lettuces are safe for torts with no negative effects. However, can your pet tortoise eat arugula? If so, how much is safe? Can Hermann tortoises eat arugulas? Baby green such as arugula, mizuna, tatsoi, baby spinach, and red swiss chard are safe for your pet Hermann tortoise. Can Hermann Tortoise Eat Arugula Greens? Yes! … Read more
Feeding a Russian tortoise comes with certain responsibilities especially in the area of feeding. So, are apple safe for Hermann tortoise? Are they a healthy option? So, can a Hermann tortoise eat apples? Yes, but under strict moderation. Perhaps, once or twice every 3 months is safe. That is because apple is a fruit and … Read more
Can Hermann Tortoises eat banannas? Banana is a fruit and fruits should be fed under strict moderation. Can Hermann Tortoise Eat Bananas? Hermann tortoises can be fed banana in small amounts because it is rich in sugar. Feed healthy greens more though, your tortoise will eat it when it hungry enough. Can Hermann Tortoise Eat … Read more