I am in the middle of building a enclosure for a Russian Tortoise (That I have not gotten yet) and I was wondering how high the heat lamp should be above the basking spot. I have already searched the forums and have found nothing regarding this subject. Thanks for your time and help :)
I'm currently building a enclosure for a Russian Tortoise (That I have not gotten yet) and I am in need of some recommendations for lighting/heating, type of substrate etc.
Would you suggest something like a shower curtain to cover a wooden frame for the enclosure or should I completely enclose the enclosure with wood. (Excluding one side or the top so I have access to it)
I have done plenty of research and I have read the Russian Tortoise care sheets, but I do still have a few more questions. First off I live in Colorado in the mountains, so I'm at a higher altitude where it is very dry and there is little to no humidity. I was wondering whether I should get...
I'm looking to get a Tortoise. It is most likely going to be a Russian Tortoise. Before I get the tortoise I am setting up a habitat, one indoors and one outdoors. I want to get some advice with what substrate to get, how to light/heat the enclosure, what to feed it and any other advice you may...