I am considering adopting a male red foot who has had his penis surgically removed after a neglected prolapse. Does anyone know if that lessens male aggresion around other males? Do they still express a constant need to mate?
I am building a large indoor enclosure for winter months, and will need to have a greenhouse topper. We plan to build a custom PVC pipe topper frame, but my big question is what is the best material to buy to make the actual cover? I plan to sew it to fit our PVC frame, but would like something...
Looking for advice. My area in Texas has very hard water. I do filter out chlorine and other chemicals, but do not want a softening system. My redfoot get white on tops of their heads, not calcium build up on shell. I soak regularly & spray w/distilled water after soaking, and all water used in...
Grateful for the Tortoise Forum! I am heartily sick of the same graphics and misinformation that’s all over Facebook. I’ve been reading “The Redfoot Manual- A Beginner’s Guide to the Redfoot Tortoise” by Mike Pingleton. Anyone read it and have opinions to offer? He seems knowledgeable & I am...
Male cherryhead redfoot, 3-5 year old, needing to be rehomed in Katy, Texas. Currently fostering- came from dry climate and has some pyramiding. Very good health, recent fecal check clear. Good diet and healthy growth lines from last 6 months of proper care. Weighs 740g, shell length 160cm...