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Desert tortoises can eat grapefruit, but it should be given only in moderation due to its high acidity and sugar content. While grapefruit is not toxic to tortoises, excessive consumption may lead to digestive issues. It's best to provide a varied diet that includes leafy greens, vegetables, and some fruits to ensure their health. Always consult a veterinarian for specific dietary recommendations for your tortoise.
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Do desert tortoises take care of the babies?
desert tortoises do take care of there babbies becaus any thing can eat them.
Would rattlesnake eat a desert tortoise?
No, desert tortoises are not on a rattlesnake's menu.
What animals eat the desert lily?
The animals that eat the desert lily are desert animals. Some examples of these animals are insects, reptiles, and tortoises.
What other type of animals do desert tortoises eat if there aren't any plants in their reach?
None! Desert tortoises are herbivores and will not eat animals. They will continue searching until they find plants they can reach.
Are desert tortoises nocturnal?
No, desert tortoises are diurnal.
Do desert tortoises have a backbone?
yes a desert tortoises has a back bones.
Do ants bite desert tortoises?
Yes, ants do bite desert tortoises and baby desert tortoises are in the most danger. If you keep tortoises outside, it is important to make sure ants cannot get to them.
What desert animal eat desert grasses?
Many animals in the desert eat grass - rodents, rabbits, hares, tortoises, deer, antelope, sheep, javelina and other hoofed animals.
What do desert tortoises like?
the desert
How do snakes get there water from the desert?
they get it from the rain -------------------------------------- Desert tortoises can go months or even years without physically drinking water. They can do this because they get abundant amounts of water from the desert plants that they eat. So even when there is a long drought, desert tortoises can easily find the water that they need to survive.
Do desert tortoises chew?
Genius, all tortoises chew.
How many varities of desert tortoises are there?
The desert tortoises has two species - Gopherus agassizii and Gopherus morafkai.
