Recent content by LeonardTheTortoise

His mouth has always been dark, but does this much discoloration indicate an issue like rot? Mouth shape is uneven. More jagged on one side than the other. He seems healthy otherwise. Goes out to graze in the pasture on his own everyday. 12+ year old sulcata tortoise. Watch closeup video...

Ohhh so the bulb that comes with this hood isn't suited for us. So we're better off with this one?: Zoo Med ReptiSun 10.0 UVB T5 HO Reptile Terrarium Lamp, 24-watt https://www.chewy.com/zoo-med-reptisun-100-uvb-t5-ho/dp/257675 THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

First time testing UV lighting for my sulcata tortoise with a Solarmeter 6.5R. Scale is 0-7. While testing the brand new T5 bulb I ordered (below), the meter isn't even hitting 1.0 just a couple feet directly under the light. Is that right? I get a reading of 5.0 when I point it directly at...

Hi all! My 11yearold sulcata tortoise developed some very bad looking swelling in his eyes. My vet gave me some antibacterial cream to rub on his eyes, but in this last month it hasn't gotten any better. I would love any opinions! -Mom of Leonard