Sulcata Size & Enclosure

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My sulcata is in the 40 gal tank now, and I feel it's getting small for her (or him, I have no idea).
I was wondering is there any tortoise size vs enclosure size sheet?

I would also appreciate any images of enclosures (not for babies) for both inside and outside if anyone can share.
 

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A 40 gallon is too small for a sulcata that is not a hatchling.
 

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My sulcata is in the 40 gal tank now, and I feel it's getting small for her (or him, I have no idea).
I was wondering is there any tortoise size vs enclosure size sheet?

I would also appreciate any images of enclosures (not for babies) for both inside and outside if anyone can share.
I start hatching in 48x36 enclosures. A 40 is way too small. There is no sheet that tells you this. Tortoises need extremely large enclosures compared to most other reptiles. Go BIG! You will need at least 4x8 feet to get the tortoise large enough to live outside full time.
 
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