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After a guide told us that not all tortoises should eat fruits, I got curious about which tortoises should eat fruits and ones that should not and why. Below are the results of research I did to find out which tortoises can be fed Oranges. Can tortoises eat oranges? Most experts recommend against tortoises eating …

After watching tortoises eating a piece of a banana in the zoo. I got curious about what other fruits are safe for tortoises to eat. During my break after work, I did some digging on this topic. Below I share my findings on whether they can be fed blueberries. Can tortoises eat blueberries? Fruit-eating tortoises …

While feeding different species of tortoises at our local zoo, our guide fed cat and dog food to some species of tortoises. He, however, cautioned feeding cat food to some species. This got me curious and I decided to dig deeper into whether tortoises can eat animal proteins. Do tortoises eat Meat? Rainforest tortoises do …

Most tortoises such as the Grazing and Mediterranean tortoises are herbivores while the Rainforest or Tropical tortoises tend to be omnivores. However, they all need a lot of fiber in their diet for proper digestion of food, gut motility, and generation of energy. In our local zoo, there are some grasses growing in the tortoises’ …

During one of my trips to our local reptile park, I was lucky enough to get a chance to feed tortoises. However, the guide insisted that vegetables have some compounds that can harm tortoises if fed wrongly. Since I fed a cucumber, I decided to learn more about it in the diet of tortoises and …

Are you wondering whether it is safe to feed mangoes to tortoises and the benefits that come with it? Below we take a detailed look into tortoises that can comfortably eat fruit. Can tortoises eat mango? Fruit-eating tortoises such as rainforest or tropical tortoises can eat mangoes. However, the Mediterranean and Grazing tortoises should either …

The herbivory nature of Tortoises allows them to eat most vegetables as part of their diet. However, vegetables have some compounds that can be harmful to tortoises if fed in excesses such as goitrogens or oxalates. In this article, we take a look into whether you can feed lettuce to tortoises and how to go …

Different birds enjoy different types of seed and food mixes. While in the wild, birds have a buffet of options to meet all their nutritional requirements- this includes seeds, fruits, insects, flowers, and nuts. However, at home, your birds solely rely on what you offer them and it is important that you provide a balanced …

Sugar Gliders like other creatures must be fed with the right food for their bodies. These tree-dwelling marsupials can grow to their right body size and can remain healthy if they eat what is right for them and foods that meet their body needs. The question that most lovers of Sugar gliders ask is what …

Most of the time, pets can share each other’s food. However, for Sugar Gliders, the issue of what is good for their consumption is important. These pets are not ordinary pets that you can find anywhere. Firstly, the marsupials are unique to specific geographical locations.  This implies that these systems are uniquely adapted to specific …

After the initial cuddling, raising a puppy can appear to be an uphill challenge, especially if it’s a first-time venture. Even in what might seem like the worst possible moments, a puppy will still melt your heart. Hold onto that sensation and follow our tried-and-true tips to guide you through puppyhood toward canine maturity for …

Are you preparing to welcome a new pet into your life? Adopting a pet can be an exciting chapter in a person’s life. Whether it be a cat or a dog, adopting a pet can alter your lifestyle. With the help of guides on factors to consider when adopting a pet, you can put preparations …