Sulcata tortoises are vegan animals that feed primarily on grasses, shrubs and herbs that are high in fiber but low in protein. Depends on succulents for food and most water, including desert succulents, dried leaves, grasses, cacti, lettuce, and especially the leaves of plants. In captivity, Sulcata tortoises eat a variety of grasses, clover, lettuce and morning glory leaves, with a favorite food being fresh dandelions.

Sulcata is interested in food and is not picky, However, you should pay attention when feeding, not to feed the Sulcata tortoise in disorder, otherwise there will be dietary problems, which will affect the health of the Sulcata tortoise.
In addition, you can also properly feed Sulcata tortoise fruits. You can choose some fruits such as cucumbers and apples that are not too watery, not too stimulating, and have low sugar content, but not too much. Because fruits are easy to make the Sulcata tortoise gastrointestinal discomfort, foods such as fruit can be used as complementary food, and occasionally give the Sulcata tortoise to eat some, usually about 2 times a week. Feeding Sulcata tortoises should be done according to the principle of eating less and more meals.
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