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Red Footed Tortoise (Chelonoidis carbonaria) 

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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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