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Pet Tortoise Sizes and Weights
| Tortoise Type | Size | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Red- & Yellow-Footed Tortoises | 10 – 18 inches | 20 – 24 pounds |
| Leopard Tortoise | 10 – 18 inches | 44 pounds |
| Burmese Mountain Tortoise | 2 feet | 100 pounds |
| Sulcata Tortoise | 3 – 4 feet | 80 – 100 pounds |
- How long do tortoises take to grow full size?
- Are tortoises good pets?
- Do tortoises bite?
- Do tortoises like being touched?
- Do I have to hibernate my tortoise?
- Are tortoises high maintenance?
- Do tortoises get lonely?
- How fast do baby tortoises grow?
- Can I keep a tortoise in my backyard?
- Are tortoises smelly?
- Is it legal to own a tortoise?
How long do tortoises take to grow full size?
Russian tortoises reach a maximum length of 7 to 10 inches, with an average weight of 1-3 pounds. Males are slightly smaller than females, typically only reaching 8 inches whereas females are more likely to reach 10 inches. It takes anywhere between 15 to 20 years for these tortoises to reach their full adult size.
Are tortoises good pets?
It should come as no surprise, tortoises can live a very VERY long time if properly kept in captivity. ... Yes, tortoises make amazing pets and are very friendly and fun to keep, as long as you understand the longevity of their lifespan.
Do tortoises bite?
The simple answer is yes. In captivity it normally happens by accident. Usually, it happens during hand feeding or when they are hungry and “test bite” to see if something they see is edible.
Do tortoises like being touched?
Just like some people like to hug their friends and other people don't like hugs, some tortoises really enjoy having their shells scratched and other tortoises don't like it so much. However, we have pretty good evidence that many tortoises enjoy being touched and getting attention.
Do I have to hibernate my tortoise?
Generally speaking, tropical tortoises such as the leopard tortoise don't need to hibernate. Hibernating can be risky for very small tortoises, so never try to hibernate a sick or underweight tortoise that has not fed well throughout the summer.
Are tortoises high maintenance?
Tortoises are long-lived, hearty, and reasonably easy to care for. They are not an ideal pet to keep indoors, and not a pet that is played with, cuddled, or handled very often.
Do tortoises get lonely?
In the wild, tortoises live relatively solitary lives. ... That means even very young tortoises naturally live on their own. It's a comfort to know that pet tortoises probably won't get lonely, but that doesn't mean they can't or shouldn't live with a buddy.
How fast do baby tortoises grow?
A baby Sulcata is born at around two inches in size. Their growth rate will vary greatly based on their diet, enclosure, and environment. Healthy tortoises will reach seven inches at one year old and gain five to ten pounds each year. They are very slow growers and won't reach their adult size until 15 to 20 years old.
Can I keep a tortoise in my backyard?
Tortoises are among the most intelligent and responsive reptile pets that one can own. ... In addition to providing adequate space for healthy activity levels, outdoor housing also offers tortoises exposure to natural, unfiltered sunlight, as well as fresh air and the opportunity to graze on organic plants and weeds.
Are tortoises smelly?
Tortoises do not smell bad and they don't have much of a natural odour. At most, they may smell musty or just have an outdoorsy, musky smell. However, their enclosures can sometimes become breeding grounds for bacteria and other odor-causing organisms if you don't clean them well enough.
Is it legal to own a tortoise?
Banned in India! There are a lot of exotic pets and species of endangered animals that are listed as “banned pets” in India. ... While you may think owning a parrot or a tortoise is harmless, keeping them as pets is not just unethical but illegal, and can land you in jail.
