Hi folks,
It's been a while since I've posted but Squash, my yearling red-foot tortoise, has been well and active. I was giving him/her (will just use him for now) his usual water bath and checking him out when I noticed inflating and deflating lumps on either side of his neck. I assume they...
TFO,
It is with great trial and error that I approach you for advice. When I first got Squash I thought I had diet in the bag. I quickly learned that tortoises, like ourselves, have personalities and distinguishing factors that make each one unique.
I got Squash, a hatchling redfoot tortoise...
Hey all,
Is anyone going to the Repticon convention in Raleigh this weekend? It looks fun but it's unfortunate that NC doesn't allow turtles/tortoises at these fairs (which makes some sense to me). Is it even worth making the 3 hour drive? Has anyone ever been a VIP member for one of these...
Hi all,
So I've been meaning (and trying) to buy some of the classic Mazuri mix that tortoises so love, but it has been a challenge to know exactly which is the right brand to buy and from where online. I'm pretty sure it's the 5M21 Mazuri food, but I once ordered that and ended up with the LS...
Hi everyone,
I have completed the primary function of Squash's enclosure and I am addressing temperature / humidity needs. I believe I need a thermostat so that 1) I save energy and 2) I don't burn the enclosure down / my apartment / the tortoise. Can anyone make any good recommendations as to...
Hi TFO,
As I read more and more about Mazuri and other pellet diets, I get more confused. I did some research on old TFO posts but mostly people inquire about where to buy the stuff. Anyhow, I have not fed Squash any Mazuri and I will mix in some ZooMed forest tortoise diet 2 or 3 times a week...
Hi everyone,
What brand of cuttlebone do you find your tortoises loving the most? I know there are many different kinds such as going to a bird store, bleached vs unbleached, but I wanted to hear about your observations with successful cuttlebone/calcium block experiences.
I use a supplement...
Hi everyone,
In the spirit of getting as involved with TFO as I can, I have decided to use this forum post as a photo dump for all things Squash.
DAY 1: August 4th, 2015
I ordered Squash online at UR. I remember thinking: "there's a tortoise in this box?!?!?"
The rest of the pics are from...
Hey everyone,
Since I've had Squash for 3 months, I've been doing a ton of research on proper diets for red-foots. Many websites say the standard red-foot diet should center around leafy greens. Other websites say they should have a high fiber diet. I've done my part to implement both, but I...
Hey folks,
I finally wanted to get more active on TF with updates on Squash, my little red-foot tortoise. S/he has been living in a typical plastic container with cypress mulch bedding, UVB and a heat lamp (and other things of course). I have had Squash for just over 3 months now and I think...
Hi folks,
I have a brand new baby red-foot named Squash about 3-4 months old. Took initial measurements of 47 grams and 5.5 cm in plastron length. My question today has to do with diet: how often should I be feeding a young tortoise? I fed Squash a palm sized amount of spring mix/mazuri...
Have a young red-foot coming in the mail right now and I am low-freaking out. I am using a short plastic bin with cypress mulch as the substrate and I don't know how I am going to maintain consistent humidity. I know a humidifer is probably the best solution but they are all pretty expensive and...
Just purchased a Exo Terra 75 W Night Heat Lamp that gives off the purple light. I have a lamp fixture that says it goes to 75 W but I'm smelling a very slight electrical burning scent from the thing. Is this common for first time use? I don't want to burn my house down and this will be the main...
Hi guys,
This is a question out of sheer curiosity. Are there any aldabra owners who live in more northern, colder areas? How do you deal with the cold and keep respiratory problems away? This is all speculation here because I know some day long down the line I will want an Aldabra and I want...
Basically, I have tried to find a place that can tell me these things but... there are a lot of states. I want to find the laws for Washington, Oregon, California and Virginia. Does anyone know where I can find them?
So I had a quick question concerning mercury vapor bulbs...
It has nothing to do with using the coil ones but more with pricing stuff. Most local hardware/department stores sell MVBs and I was wondering if it was necessary to get the ReptiSun brand or just brands tailored specifically for...