When to expect eggs

[Destiny’sdad]

Hi all,
I have an 8 year old (12 inches long) female Leopard Tortoise. Only her, no males. Im wondering if I should expect eggs as I’ve read that this is about the age she should reach sexual maturity.
Will she always lay unfertilized eggs?
Im worried if I don’t see any that she might have impacted eggs.
She does not have access to deep dirt, should I allow her to so that she can dig to lay eggs? Thanks!

 

[Yvonne G]

Most female tortoises only lay eggs when housed with a male tortoise, but, of course, there is always an exception or two to the rule. She may lay eggs, she may not. Don't worry about it.