How long do sulcata tortoises sleep

They mostly use the glycogen in their muscles with their fat reserves playing a greater role in reproduction, egg development, and post-dormancy mating. Skip to content Search for: Search Close.

Close Menu. However, does he ever rest or even sleep? Humans sleep differently than turtles and tortoises. Consequently, turtles are more like in a resting state. Much as it depends on the species as to how they rest.

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How often do baby sulcatas sleep during the day?? Thread starter chris Start date Apr 1, Status Not open for further replies. Joined Mar 29, Messages 3. JPG Platinum Tortoise Club. Hi Chris:. Scooter Guest. Welcome to the forum!

I also have a new baby sully. Just a warning once you start with tortoises you never stop, they are more addicting than snakes or lizards lol. Awww thanks for sharing those photos. Very cute! I agree that babies sleep a lot. As long as my hatchling was up and about every day to eat and bask, I considered that normal.

One suggestion I do have on the enclosure is to add more hides. Make sure you have cooler and warmer ones. Also, is a bit hot. I'd go no more than at the surface.

Keep in mind at the top of the shell it is even hotter than that too. What kind of water dish is that? If you feed on a piece of slate tile, it helps wear down the beak and nails. For your next enclosure, I'd recommend a tort table wood open top box or plastic tub as they are better with temperature gradients and so the tort can't see out. Best wishes.

He is adorable! I love the picture of him on the rocks, he looks like a mountain climber lol. His shell looks beautiful. It's easy! Already have an account? Sign in here. Ground Pounders Search In. Help baby sulcata wont stop sleeping By xsocalxriderx, November 25, in Ground Pounders. Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2. Recommended Posts. Report post. Posted November 25, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites. Boxie Lady. Posted November 26, Keep an eye on that runny nose. If he gets any worse he will need to see a vet for antibiotics.

Posted November 27, Sulcata Lover. Hello, I have my 2 year old Sulcata in a big kiddie pool inside. Posted November 28, Mine love Mazuri. Smaller ones, you can moisten it to make it soft. Create an account or sign in to comment You need to be a member in order to leave a comment Create an account Sign up for a new account in our community. Register a new account.