There is an old wives tail that "the rings in the shell of the tortoise could be used for assessing the age of the tortoise." This is not true, because their growth is based on diet. It is impossible to actually know the exact age of a turtle or tortoise unless you knew its birth date.
A tortoise shells size depends on how big the tortoise is, it's age and its breed.
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Tortoise NOT turtle.
This could be a sign of infection in your tortoise, or a symptom of internal cancer (depending upon your tortoise's age and health status). Regardless of the cause, loose faeces are not healthy and can result in your tortoise becoming dehydrated, which can be fatal if severe or prolonged enough. You may want to consult your veterinarian about treatment options for your tortoise as well.
No. she died on June 24th 2006 at the age of 175
The cost of a tortoise can vary depending on the species, age, and where you purchase it from. On average, tortoises can range from $50 to $500 or more. It's important to consider the long-term care and expenses associated with owning a tortoise before making a purchase.
The Galapagos tortoise
A leopard tortoise. :)
The Taoist philosophy of non-doing clearly would embrace an animal that not only lives forever, but leads a completely useless life. The immortal tortoise is who we should all aspire to be in our quest to not do things.
...Tortoise.
I just discovered today after I thought the tortoise was male that it is female. The tortoise is about 8-9 years. I was just wondering if female tortoise's can lay eggs without a male and what age would it be? Thanks
you draw the tortoise and then rub out its body