I should clarify also, I take him outside quite frequently. His enclosure is used mostly for sleeping and inclement weather. My backyard is currently fenced in, and I've made sure there are no openings or areas he could easily dig and escape to other yards in. My backyard is the typical size for...
I see, time to start looking around for some wood then. Sorry for the resistance, still learning after all. Thank you all for the warm welcome and helpful info!
I believe the image gives the impression that the tank is small. It is a 40 gallon tank and he has more than enough room to move around for now. I also give him ample time outside to graze and explore.
Hi all, new to the forum, but I've had my tortoise Oota for about 3 years now. We've been in Virginia for a few months but stayed in Rhode Island before where I got him(?) as a hatchling. So far I've been feeding him dandelion greens, baby spring mix, and whatever he picks from in the yard...
Update on the eggs: They seem to be doing well so far, I opted to leave them be as I had to take a trip shortly after making this post. Looks like they'll make it!
It looks like the eggs are unharmed, but I haven't dug them out just yet. It looks like an animal was trying to dig them up and I can see some of the eggs inside the nest. When you say same orientation, do you mean the order in which they were in the nest, or direction they were facing? I'll do...
First time posting. Recently, a wild eastern box turtle laid some eggs in my backyard. I noticed a horde of ants over the nesting site today, and I am wondering if there is anything I can do to protect the eggs now and for future? I want to check on the eggs but I do not want to harm the...