Question about grazing

[Penny525]

So, i use no pesticides on my yard, but i worry that whille my tortoise is grazing she will eat something she shouldn't. Is this a possibilty, or will she not eat anything harmful on her own?

 

[JoesMum]

It is a valid concern, but after 42 years in a garden where I do not pull out poisonous plants, I have failed to kill Joe. They may take a bite of the bad stuff, but generally don't bother or decide it tastes horrible.

In my view, if he's being kept in a small enclosure, take care with what's in there too.

If he's roaming over a large yard with plenty of choice, don't worry.

 

[Tom]

It is possible, but not likely in a large planted yard with plenty of "good" stuff to eat. In most cases they will not eat stuff they shouldn't.

 

[Penny525]

Okay, thank you I just wanted to be sure I wasn't poisoning her.