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Red Footed Tortoise (Chelonoidis carbonaria)

Care Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Endemic To: Northan South America
Adult Size: 30 - 40cm
Lifespan: 80 - 100+ Years
Diet: Omnivore (Greens, Fruit, Veg, Protein) + Multivitamins Set Up details:
Enclosure Size: 6ft x 2ft x 2ft to 8ft x 2ft x 2ft
Temperature: Daytime: Cold end 22C & Basking 32C Nighttime: 18C UVB: Zone 2, 12% for 12 - 14 hours a day
Substrate: Coir
Décor: Multiple areas to hide and décor to climb on. No décor that is too tall to minimise chases of them falling and causing damage. Rocks to climb on and help with nail growth.
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