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How do you hibernate a tortoise?
Turtles often hibernate when the weather starts to get cold i.e around October to February.All they will do is sleep and lay at the bottom you should make sure that the temperature is a few degrees higher than normal.
How heavy do tortoises get?
Tortoises can vary widely in size and weight depending on the species. On average, tortoises can weigh anywhere from a few pounds to several hundred pounds. The heaviest tortoise species is the Galapagos tortoise, which can weigh up to 900 pounds.
What is the size of a tortoise?
I've heard Russian tortoises stay pretty small, but I don't think they are the smallest. It really depends on the genes. Leopard tortoises are the 5th largest tortoises in the world but one of mine is still baby sized after a few years. We think that's because she was bred more for show than for being large and healthy.
How long does a baby tortoise stay with its mom?
Until they are able to hunt adequately for themselves. They may remain with their mothers for several years, and then go on to hunt for themselves. Even then, crocodiles tend to stay in 'groups' when the time calls for it.
How lions stay cool?
Lions stay cool by dipping their feet in a near by river or just some water.
What do you wash a tortoise in?
You can wash it in a shallow tub that is large enough for the tortoise to walk around in. Put luke warm water in it and let the tortoise stay in there for 10-15 minutes.
Can tortoises stay upsidedown?
Yes, but it's not good for the tortoise to stay upside down for long. The tortoise should be able to righten him self, help him if he's stuck. It would be very stressfull for the tortoise to stay upside down for more than a couple minutes. But it won't kill the tortoise. It is very bad for the tortoise's health.
Why can tortoise stay in the for sometimes?
Yes
What does the desert tortoise do to stay cool in a desert?
The desert tortoise spends nearly 95% of its life underground to avoid the heat.
What is the difference between a bird and a turtle?
A turtle can only stay out of water for a short amount of time, a tortoise can stay out of water for a long time depending on how sensitive their skin is.
Can tortoise's stay outdoors overnight?
if it is a wild one it canit finds a place for itself to sleep although if it is a house pet then it will have to stay indoors.
How do you hibernate a tortoise?
Turtles often hibernate when the weather starts to get cold i.e around October to February.All they will do is sleep and lay at the bottom you should make sure that the temperature is a few degrees higher than normal.
How long does a tortoise stay with its mom?
Tortoises abandon their nests either right after laying, or a short while after laying. They never live with their young.
How heavy do tortoises get?
Tortoises can vary widely in size and weight depending on the species. On average, tortoises can weigh anywhere from a few pounds to several hundred pounds. The heaviest tortoise species is the Galapagos tortoise, which can weigh up to 900 pounds.
How long does a gopher tortoise stay with their parents?
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What things do tortoise need?
Turtles need food, water, shelter, heat and proper lighting. You can take them out of the warmth for a while to play or something but for the most part they need to be in heat. To do this you should keep a special heat lamp made just for reptiles on top of it's cage. Turtles need UVA and UVB light in order to properly digest their food and stay healthy.
Do desert tortises stay with their mother the first months?
Once the female tortoise lays and buries her eggs, she has nothing more to do with them. When the eggs hatch a few months later, the babies are on their own and never know their mother.
