russian tortoise enclosure

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    Ramp grip: double popsicle sticks

    Has anyone used TWO popsicle sticks on top of each other for better ramp grip? I placed Popsicle sticks already but Gong is still slides down when he's walking down.. he's fine walking up the ramp. Did the stain made it slippery? Is it the substrate? Anyway, I'm thinking of making the ramp...
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    Russian Tortoise for Adoption - Temecula, California

    Young (about 2 years old) Russian Tortoise up for adoption. Looking for a loving home for our little tortoise. We have experienced some major life changes and unfortunately can no longer keep him or her. Tortoise comes with a full setup - enclosure, heat lamp, uv lamp, ceramic heat emitter...
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    Is mixing coco coir and cypress mulch a good idea?

    I have a russian tortoise. I am not satisfied with the cypress mulch because it doesn't hold enough moisture. I wanted to get her coco coir but I think it holds too much. Would it be a good idea if I mixed the two of them? I was thinking the variety in texture might be more realistic to a...
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    Tortoise upgrade advice.

    Hello! I have a 5 year old russian tortoise in need of an upgrade. would a 150cm x 60cm enclosure be big enough? we have limited space but i do want the best for him. I also need heating and lighting recommendations, i usually use a 12% tube and a heat emitter. Thank you!
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