Re: Russian Tortoise Hibernation & Housing

Posted by Greg_978 on August 31, 2001 at 12:06:42:

In Reply to: Russian Tortoise Hibernation & Housing posted by Daniel on August 30, 2001 at 18:02:57:

: Hi,
: I was wondering how important is HIbernation for my Russian tort. I live in a rather warm area (Winter in 60s), and that fridge idea scared me somewhat. Are there any other options?
: Also, I keep my tortoise in a 3'X 1.5' aquarium, but from what I am reading I need to get something larger. Would 3' X 3'do? Any response would be terrific! Thanks -Daniel

Not sure what you should do about the hibernation issue... If the tortoise were outdoors, he'd deal with it in his own way, likely nap now and then throughout the colder times.

You DEFINITELY need more space than you have... at least 3x3, if not more. Give it as much space as you can, and if you can build an outside habitat, even better.

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