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WestMichRad

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1. Why are you keeping this poor creature in captivity? Is it injured?

Reply to duncang (Original post)

Tue Oct 29, 2024, 07:55 AM

Oct 2024

Some turtles and tortoises are noted for not eating when in captivity… although I certainly admit to knowing very little about that. Returning it to its natural environment is usually preferable. That said, there are experts out there who may be able to provide guidance, if it is injured. NPR had a story about one such person, just yesterday on their All Things Considered program.
Good luck.

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Batty my tortoise update [View all] duncang Oct 2024 OP

Why are you keeping this poor creature in captivity? Is it injured? WestMichRad Oct 2024 #1

It is a captive bred sulcata tortoise duncang Oct 2024 #2

Thank you for your gentle answer. WestMichRad Oct 2024 #3

Batty is eating good. duncang Oct 2024 #5

Have you tried some fruits and vegetables? Found this care sheet online. sinkingfeeling Oct 2024 #4

Even though they will eat fruits it's not supposed to be a major part. duncang Oct 2024 #6

Sea turtles and tortoises Corpus Christi. CCExile Oct 2024 #7

Love the photo! HeartsCanHope Nov 2024 #8