How much space does a spur thighed tortoise need?
These animals are not fast so the space is equally not as large. For young spur-thighed tortoises, a vivarium of 36” x 18” x 18” is sufficient while an adult can occupy 48” x 24” x 24” is enough. In the house, provide the tortoise with artificial plants to mimic their natural habitat and items it can climb on.
How big do spur thigh tortoises get?
between 8-11 inches
They can live for over 100 years and will grow to a shell length of between 8-11 inches.
Can a spur thighed tortoise?
They can be kept in a tortoise table or vivarium and can live outside in summer months. Tortoises are cold blooded reptiles that need heat to function. Spur-thighed require a basking hotspot temperature of 85F-90F during the day. At night time the temperature should between 65F-70F.
How big do Mediterranean spur-thighed tortoise get?
The average size of these tortoises is 8 inches in length (20 cm).
What should I feed my spur-thighed tortoise?
Diet & Water A Spur-thighed tortoise’s diet consists of vegetation. Good foods include dandelion, clover, honeysuckle, leafy salads, watercress, curly kale, brussel tops, spring greens, coriander, parsley, rocket, carrot, parsnip, courgette and bell peppers. The bulk of the vegetation should be leafy greens.
Do African spur thighed tortoises hibernate?
At night, temperatures can drop into the 70s F (21-26 C) in their enclosure. It is recommended that fencing not be see-through, as many owners report their sulcatas trying to climb or push over/through these barriers to get to the other side. Sulcatas enjoy burrowing and are very good at doing so.
What size enclosure does a tortoise need?
How big does a tortoise enclosure need to be? For a tortoise that is hatchling to four inches an enclosure of 4ft x 8ft is suggested. Up to 10 individuals can be comfortably housed in this sized enclosure. 10ft x 20ft is a good size for an adult pair of Horsfields or Hermanns Tortoises.
What should I feed my spur thighed tortoise?
What kind of enclosure does a spur thighed tortoise need?
Vivarium: Spur-thighed tortoises require a wooden vivarium as their enclosure. This is because wood is an excellent insulator of heat and so a wooden vivarium will make it easier to control the crucial temperatures required inside the habitat.
How big does a Mediterranean spur tortoise shell get?
The Mediterranean Spur Thighed Tortoise makes a great pet for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike. They remain one of the most popular species of pet tortoise in the UK. We think this is due to their great characters and adaptability. They can live for over 100 years and will grow to a shell length of between 8-11 inches.
What should I do with my tortoise enclosure?
For small tortoises, a cold frame is another ideal solution. They work well if placed on a course of bricks, leaving a brick out to use as a doorway for the tortoises to access their enclosure. Natural predators are always a threat, so make sure your greenhouse/cold frame is securely closed during the night to keep your tortoises safe.
How big should a Hermann’s tortoise vivarium be?
The wooden vivarium should have good ventilation to allow air flow in and out of the enclosure. The vivarium should be at least 860mm (34″) in length for a juvenile and 1150mm (46″) for an adult. The enclosure needs to be hot at one end, but have enough distance for the temperature to drop at the cool end.