π’ Russian Tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii)
Origin: Central Asia (Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Kazakhstan)
Coloration: Tan to olive carapace with dark brown to black markings
Adult size: 5β10 inches (13β25 cm)
Sex differences: Females larger and rounder; males smaller with longer tail and curved plastron
Lifespan: 40+ years
Breeding: All our tortoises are captive bred
Basic Care Info
Enclosure: Large terrestrial enclosure, min. 36" Γ 18" for juveniles / 72" Γ 36" for adults (larger preferred)
Temperature: Basking 90β95Β°F, ambient 75β85Β°F, night 65β72Β°F
Lighting: T5 HO UVB 10β12%, 10β12 hrs ON / OFF
Humidity: 30β50% with access to humid hide (50β60%)
Diet: Dandelion greens, plantain, endive, escarole, grasses, weeds
Supplements: Calcium weekly, multivitamin every 2β4 weeks
Handling: Generally hardy; moderate handling tolerated but not recommended frequently
Shipping & Guarantee
Shipping: FedEx Priority Overnight
Guarantee: Live Arrival Guarantee
