Do tortoise yawn?

[Candy]

I was just wondering if anyone could tell me if tortoises yawn or not? I've notice Dale (my sons Cherryhead) opening his mouth a couple of times lately like he's yawning. I'm not sure what to think about it. Thanks. Candy

 

[tortoisenerd]

Yup! Just like us. It's really cute too. I've seen a few people catch them in a photograph before too.

 

[Candy]

Thanks because it did make me worry for a little while. Candy

 

[drgnfly2265]

Ive seen Bowser do it also, it is so cute. He has really long yawns, LOL.

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1 Sulcata (Bowser)

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[Yvonne G]

They do occasionally yawn, but if you see it more than just a little bit, it is cause for concern. A tortoise with an upper respiratory infection opens his mouth wide because he's having trouble breathing.

Yvonne