How big does an adult Russian tortoise get?
Adult male Russian tortoises usually attain 5 to 6 inches in length, with females reaching 6 to 9 inches. Within our breeding colonies, most males are right around 5½ inches and most females range from 6 to 7 inches. Our largest Russian tortoise is a female about 8 inches long.
Where can I buy a captive bred Russian tortoise?
When choosing any tortoise it is important that you purchase a healthy animal from an experienced tortoise breeder. Captive bred Russian Tortoise hatchlings for sale should always be purchased over a wild caught adults when possible.
How to care for a baby Russian tortoise?
Caring for a baby Russian is quite simple, so long as you pay attention to all the important Russian tortoise habitat parameters. It is a very round tortoise when viewed from above, certainly compared to most tortoise species, generally with a flattened top to the shell rather than being high-domed.
Is there such a thing as a wild Russian tortoise?
Most importantly, all of our Russian tortoises are 100% captive bred and not wild caught. Russian tortoises, also known as Horsfield tortoise for sale are some of the small tortoise species offered here at our tortoise farm.
How old can a Russian tortoise live for?
Did you know a Russian tortoise can live 50-100 years! That is correct, 100 years! That means you need to be prepared to own your tortoise for your entire life, and even maybe give it to a younger family member when you get old! Feeding your new baby Russian tortoise for sale a varied diet is the best way to go.
How big does a dwarf Russian tortoise get?
These dwarf tortoises or tiny tortoises for sale make up the most popular species of the Testudo tortoise family. Russian tortoises grow from 5-10″ on average with females growing much larger than males. Baby Russian tortoise can be found from select breeders across the country, and run in the range of $225-250.00 each.
When choosing any tortoise it is important that you purchase a healthy animal from an experienced tortoise breeder. Captive bred Russian Tortoise hatchlings for sale should always be purchased over a wild caught adults when possible.
Can you keep Russian tortoises in Las Vegas?
They are one of the few species that can be kept outdoors in Las Vegas, Nev., year round. These factors make Russian tortoises attractive for new tortoisekeepers and a fun tortoise for seasoned veterans. Most Russian tortoises are imported into the United States.
