13/07/2026
🐢 Yellow-footed Tortoise Care Guide
黄腿陆龟饲养指南
Basic Information｜基本资料
* Scientific Name: Chelonoidis denticulatus
* Lifespan: 50–80+ years
* Adult Size: 50–70 cm
* Habitat: Tropical Rainforests of South America
Temperature｜温度
* Day: 26–30°C
* Basking Spot: 32–35°C
* Night: 22–26°C
Humidity｜湿度
* Ideal: 70–90%
* Keep the substrate slightly moist but never waterlogged.
Lighting｜照明
* Provide UVB lighting for 10–12 hours daily.
* Natural sunlight is beneficial (avoid exposing the tortoise in a closed glass container under direct sun).
Diet｜饮食
Feed a varied diet consisting of:
* 🌿 70% Leafy Greens
* 🍎 20% Fruits
* 🦗 10% Protein (high-quality tortoise pellets, insects, or small amounts of cooked lean meat once or twice per week)
Suitable Foods:
* Mulberry Leaves
* Dandelion
* Hibiscus Leaves & Flowers
* Mustard Greens
* Papaya
* Mango
* Dragon Fruit
* Pumpkin
* Squash
Avoid:
* Iceberg Lettuce
* Onion
* Garlic
* Avocado
* Processed Human Foods
* Excessive Fruit
Water｜饮水
* Fresh clean water available at all times.
* Juveniles should be soaked 15–20 minutes daily.
* Adults can be soaked 2–3 times per week.
Calcium｜钙质
* Dust food with calcium powder 2–3 times weekly.
* Provide a cuttlebone for additional calcium if desired.
Housing｜环境
* Use coconut fiber, orchid bark, or organic soil as substrate.
* Provide hiding places and enough space for exercise.
* Keep the enclosure clean and well ventilated.
Important Notes｜注意事项
* Do not keep the enclosure too dry.
* Avoid sudden temperature changes.
* Observe daily for appetite, activity, and healthy shell growth.
* Regular UVB exposure and calcium supplementation help prevent shell deformities.
Enjoy your new Yellow-footed Tortoise!
Thank you for choosing Exotic World Pet. We wish you many happy years with your tortoise!
