Indian star tortoise
Although young Indian star tortoises are sold in Asian pet markets It is relatively rare, but according to statistics, 95% of juveniles will die before they are 6 months old due to improper breeding methods and environmental arrangements.
Raising Indian star tortoises requires providing them with a correct ecological environment, and at the same time supplementing them with calcium and vitamin D3. If these measures are not taken, Seal star larvae can easily die from bone metabolism. Use high-quality reptile calcium powder. If not, you can grind human calcium tablets into very fine powder and add it to its food. You should also expose it to sunlight regularly, which plays a key role in reducing the penetration of vitamin D3 in its body.
This kind of tortoise is scattered in semi-arid and obstructed grassland, and they can also be found in some areas with high rainfall. Give them the habit of living in grassy areas and let them breed in a place mixed with various plants. They like to eat fruits, spiny giant palms, and plants with thick stems and leaves. Domestic Indian star tortoises will have adverse effects if fed too much succulents, such as lettuce, lettuce, tomatoes, and succulent fruits. In essence, this tortoise needs coarse, high-fiber food. Excessive juicy fruits and soft foods are prone to gastrointestinal diseases, such as accelerating gastrointestinal peristalsis and causing diarrhea.
Indian star tortoises like to rest on flat grass. If such an environment can be provided for them, this situation can be prevented. Meat must not be given to the Indian Star Turtle, and vegetables with high protein content, such as beans, should also be excluded from the Indian Star Turtle's diet. If they continue to consume such foods, excessive growth can lead to skeletal dysplasia, blood in the urine, bladder stones and liver problems. Indian star tortoises need a large amount of calcium and mineral trace elements. In particular, it is crucial to take some assistance measures for the hatchlings of Indian Star Tortoises and the female Indian Star Tortoises in the hatching period. This kind of tortoise is suitable for being kept in outdoor gardens covered with vegetation in hot areas to receive sunlight. However, be careful not to overheat the temperature, and the placement of shades is also important. If raised indoors, vitamin D3 must be added to the food.
Adoptively use big wordsHigh-efficiency UV-B full-spectrum lamps, replaced regularly. Indian star tortoises like to drink and bathe in shallow water areas, so the drinking dishes for them should be cleaned regularly. Do not house them with other tortoises, as Indian star tortoises can easily contract diseases from other tortoises, even healthy ones. Please review the information provided in our breeding manual for an overview of the feeding, health care, and environmental care of your Indian Star Tortoise.
This article was translated from www.tortoisetrust.org by turtle friend lizardking
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