Can my tortoise eat purslane? Is it safe to include in their diet?

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I have a five-year-old land tortoise. I usually feed him lettuce and tomatoes, but I'd like to change that. Is purslane bad for him? Could I give it to him?

Jeffrey Milner · Accepted Answer

Purslane can be a part of a tortoise's diet but must be given in concert with other types of food. It is high in oxalates, which in too high of a quantity can cause an inhibition of other nutrients.

Can my tortoise eat purslane? Is it safe to include in their diet?

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