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Can tortoises get ticks

Anonymous

∙ 13y ago

Updated: 10/8/2023

No, they do not have fleas, however reptiles can get mites, which are similar to fleas, if you see small bugs on your tortoise try soaking it in warm water for a little while.

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∙ 16y ago

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