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I want to make sure my sulcata tortoise is getting a proper diet. I feed him timothy hay and a cuddle bone is offered but which fresh market veggies are most appropriate? Spinach, romaine, broccoli?
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Published on December 5th, 2017
Hi, this is a great question! I’m glad to hear you’re feeding Geoffrey Timothy hay and cuttle bone. That’s a great start. You can also offer dandelion greens, mustard greens, collards, romaine, herbs, carrot tops, beet greens, etc. For more care information, you can visit www.anapsid.org and check under “chelonian.” I hope that helps!
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Dark, leafy greens are best. Endive, kale, mustard/dandelion/collard greens and escarole can be fed. Acceptable vegetables include squash, pumpkin, bell peppers (red, orange, yellow), bok choy, watercress and carrots. This is by no means all inclusive. The website www.tortoiseforum.org is an excellent resource for tortoise keepers.
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