Why is my Russian tortoise sneezing?
Every once-in-a-while, your turtle or tortoise may sneeze. Generally, this is nothing to worry about and may be a result of food or substrate irritating the animal’s airways. It can in fact be incredibly cute!
Do tortoises sneeze?
They can sneeze just once, and they can sneeze many times in a row, just like people can. But when tortoises sneeze it is way scarier because they can’t tell their mama (that being me) why they are sneezing or what they need to make it stop.
Do Russian Tortoises get cold?
Russian Tortoise Lighting and Temperature Winter lows are in the 20s (degrees Fahrenheit), and summer highs near 120 degrees. Russian tortoises can handle high temperatures only if they can get underground where it’s cooler.
How cold is too cold for a tortoise?
If the temperature drops too low for too long, whether or not the tortoise is in hibernation, she can freeze to death. Approximately 45 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit / 7 to 12 degrees Celsius can be considered cold for tortoises. Anything below is very cold and can become dangerous.
What do Russian Tortoises need in their cage?
Russian tortoises requires a very dry, well-drained cage in an indoor enclosure. The enclosure should have appropriate landscaping, with an area for both hiding and excercise, and an easily cleaned substrate. Housing: Russian tortoises can be housed well indoors or outdoors in warm weather, depending on the climate.
Why does my Russian tortoise make a hissing sound?
It is fortuitous, then, that the hissing sound your tortoise makes does send a sign to other animals that they are not happy. Of course, in reality they are either scared and/or taking cover.
How to tell if a tortoise has a respiratory infection?
The most obvious signs of respiratory infection in a turtle or tortoise are difficulty breathing, a decrease in energy, a lack of appetite, swimming lopsided, unable to dive, open mouth breathing, whistling while breathing, and drainage or bubbles coming from the mouth, eyes, or nostrils. 1 How Serious Is It?
How does a turtle or tortoise catch a cold?
Similarly to a person catching a cold or getting pneumonia, turtles and tortoises are prone to developing respiratory infections. While our pet turtles don’t have play dates with other turtles that are sick, they are often subjected to an environment that may cause them to get sick. How Does a Turtle or Tortoise Catch a Cold?
Can a cold turn into pneumonia for a turtle?
Yes! A cold or respiratory infection can turn into pneumonia and be life threatening to your turtle. If your turtle goes for more than a few days without being interested in food and and/or is showing any signs of having a cold, it should not be ignored.
What kind of noise does a tortoise make?
Not open for further replies. My tortoise generally never makes a sound other than the common ‘hiss’ from when he pulls his head in. However, he has for awhile (1-2 months?) been making a very short squeak noise. Like a really loud swallowing noise that sounds a tiny bit like donald duck
What kind of Turtle makes a squeaking noise?
I’ve kept several three-toed box turtles, a redfoot tortoise, and now two Russian tortoises, and they have all frequently made this sound. It’s quite natural. We get this question all the time. Turtles can intentionally make a croaking/quacking sound by triturating, or rubbing their upper and lower beaks together.
Why does a turtle make a croaking sound?
We get this question all the time. Turtles can intentionally make a croaking/quacking sound by triturating, or rubbing their upper and lower beaks together. I don’t think it’s known exactly why they do it.
