The Karoo Cape tortoise empties its gut before hibernating and enters hibernation as the temperature and light gradually drop.

The hibernation temperature of the Karoo Cape tortoise should be controlled at 5 ~10 degrees, but also do a good job of moisturizing measures. If the physical condition of the Karoo Cape tortoise is not good, it is best not to let it hibernate. It is also possible for the Karoo Cape tortoise not to hibernate, but it needs to maintain a suitable temperature.