When does a tortoise reach adulthood?

[Laurenj99]

At what age does a tortoise reach adulthood? I have just re-homed a 12 month old horsfield tortoise and was curious as to when he would reach adulthood, for when a bigger tortoise table needs to be bought for the future of my little tort's life.
Thanks!

 

[WithLisa]

It depends on how big he is already, what and how much you feed him, temperatures, if/how long you let him hibernate,...
Probably between 3 and 10 years.

 

[KevinGG]

Tortoise adulthood isn't measured like most other animals. Generally, you go by the size of the tortoise. Like was said above, there are many factors, and can range from a couple of years to over a decade. Some of the large tortoises take even longer.

 

[Tom]

I would agree with Lisa.

Its more of a size thing than age. I think a male could probably reproduce at 4-4.5 inches. A female would probably have to be a little bigger at around 5.5-6 inches. Just guessing here.

By the time they reach 4", they should have an enclosure at least 4x8'.

 

[Laurenj99]

It depends on how big he is already, what and how much you feed him, temperatures, if/how long you let him hibernate,...
Probably between 3 and 10 years.

Okay, Thank you!