small size = small enclosure?

[jenfur427]

Hey all. I plan to get a younger tortoise in September, probably a well started hatchling. I'm shopping around now for supplies. Would a smaller tortoise feel more comfortable in a smaller enclosure, with the plan to upgrade later, or would it be fine to get a larger enclosure now? Thank you!

 

[Toddrickfl1]

You'll need a closed chamber with high humidity for the first couple years. I would go with a large storage Tote for the first 2 years then upgrade to the larger enclosure.

 

[Tom]

Either way works. I've started hatchlings in 4x4 foot enclosures and had no issues. I've started other hatchlings in 30x18" enclosures, and that worked too.

I think a 2x4 foot closed chamber would be a great starting place, and probably last a couple of years depending on growth rate.