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Posted by tortusjack on April 15, 2003 at 16:12:39:
In Reply to: Sulcatta or Leopard posted by ChristinaP on April 15, 2003 at 15:30:24:
Sulcata's grow big, FAST, with weights of 20kg in the first 5yr not uncommon.
They are not affraid of anything, or thats how they come across.
They are aggressive eater's, a bit like a dustbin, eat all & everything which is offered.
They will walk across burning coals to get to food (well almost).
Leopards are shy, timid & picky feeders.
Both come from similar parts of Africa.
Both require very similar husbandry.
NEITHER OF THEM HIBINATE, which means they will need a yr long commitment from you.
You could start them off in a well ventilated open topped container of approx 1 sq mt (whatever the shape) for the first yr, giving them the opportunity to go outside on warm sunny days.
I'm sure that some of the forum members from the US will be able to assist you further.
Personally I have both, & by contrast they are both nice torts in their own way.
graham(UK)
:Can some one describe the differences in owning each of these species. Can someone give me cage req sized for each as well. I live in San Diego, CA. Which would do better in my climate. Do they both hibernate the same amount of time. I am not getting one anytime soon, just starting research to make sure I would want one (long commitment). Thank YOu
