I agree - feed the little guy every other day. Changing the substrate would not make him suddenly pyramid, this is generally a long process. However, changing the substrate has obviously made him unhappy. Unfortunately there are lots and lots of recommendations out there and it can get...
Please could someone explain the difference between the Hermann's and Greek Spur-Thigh?!?
I live in the UK so which do you think would best suit our northernly climate?
Yes Robyn there's an exotic vet close by which seems highly recommended. I have contacted them and although they're busy, he will try to see Jack at the earliest opportunity next week ... so fingers crossed!
Thanks for your advice Danny, I didn't even consider a respiratory problem cause of...
My baby Star, Jack has been making squeaking noises for a few weeks now. He has been eating well and his behaviour hasn't changed so I thought perhaps he was just a little more vocal than my other tortoise.
However, these squeaks have got a lot more louder and far more frequent and i'm now...
I have 2 Indian Star Hatchlings and i'm using Coconut Chips (Rainforest Substrate) with a layer of newspaper underneath - Whilst researching this species I read the importance of humidity to support healthy growth and shell development. I find this substrate holds the moisture well - this also...
WOW, I never noticed that but they do! :) ... I should have given her an African Tribal name - to be homest whatever I call her she'll never come!! Lol :D
Jill has got a lovely dot either side on her middle coastal scute which I hope she keeps
My 8 week old Indian Stars arrived last Saturday ... What do you think?
(Jack has a red dot and Jill has a white one - thankfully these have already started to peel off. The breeder put them on to identify between girls & boys)