stephieee
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Hi everyone!! My name is Stephanie and I am the mother to my 2-year old Eastern Hermann named Franklin. The past six months, Franklin seems to be flipping. When he flips, it seems he doesn't try to flip himself over. The part that is EXTREMELY concerning is he always gravitates towards the warmer area of his habitat, therefore flipping under the light. I have been very fortunate to find him but I know the outcome of him being flipped under his light for too long. I've gotten so concerned that while I have to leave for work (I work part-time and my Mom/sister come home while I am working) I turn off his light and they turn it off when they get home (it is off for approximately two hours in the afternoon). I really do not like turning off his light because he loves basking under it and can be active that time in the afternoon. This morning I awoke to a flipped Franklin right under his light. My mom and I believe the reason he keeps flipping is he climbs on top of his hide and tumbles off so I have replaced his hide. I am going to attach pictures of his home hoping that someone could please provide pointers and tips on what else could cause him flipping. He is my first tortoise and I want to make sure he lives a long, happy, and healthy life. I truly love him so much and would appreciate ANY feedback. Thank you so much in advance!!! In the pictures you'll be able to see my handsome little man 




