The Karoo Cape tortoise, a species of the genus Tortidae, is native to South Africa and reproduces by oviparity. This tortoise has weak cold resistance and is mainly distributed in the southern part of South Africa. This tortoise is different from other tortoise species in that it may enter a dormant state at any time. It is a very unique tortoise species. The Kalu Cape tortoise is not necessarily big, but it looks very good and is favored by many friends!

1. Karoo Cape Tortoise The morphological characteristics of

The backs of the Karoo Cape tortoises are all gray-brown, and some individuals are orange. The pattern of the carapace is not conspicuous, but the lines are very clear. Generally speaking, the head of this turtle is small, very flexible, and can be stretched and retracted in the turtle shell at will. Its limbs are well developed, with obvious scales attached between them. This tortoise is the largest tortoise species in the genus of rare tortoises, with a body length of about 18”. Some of the Karoo Cape tortoises in their old age have not changed the color of their back shells, which is really peculiar!

The Karoo Cape tortoise lives in mountainous areas all year round, and is sometimes found in lush bushes traces. They live in very cold areas all year round, and it is inevitable that there will be snowfalls. In winter, they also become lazy and do not dig burrows because of this. Completely in cold air. Every summer, Cape Karoo tortoises dormant in rock crevices, which is incredible.

3. Precautions for feeding Cape Karoo tortoises

【Nursing knowledge】

Care of the Karoo Cape tortoise should focus on moisture content, as it is essential for it to die otherwise. There are generally two ways to ensure adequate moisture. One is by drinking water, but by bathing it regularly. In the process of taking a bath, it will also drink water by the way, so that its skin can absorb the water together. Under normal circumstances, it is enough to wash it twice a week, and this turtle that is artificially raised can be washed once a week, otherwise it is easy to cause dehydration.

【Living Environment】

You must know that this tortoise has a strong cold tolerance, which is unmatched by general tortoise species, but if it is artificially cultivated , you should also pay attention to its temperature. Before raising, parents should prepare a suitable size water tank and set corresponding heaters, drains, spotlights and water filtration systems in it, so that it is possible to raise them well. The Karoo Cape tortoise in artificial conditions is especially sensitive to the surrounding temperature, and it is important to be aware of this.

【Feeding Points】

Cape Karoo inhabits grasslands and plains all year round, so affected by this factor, its food It mainly includes grasses and small grasses. Of course, these single foods are far from enough. In order to ensure the balance of its food, parents may wish to feed it some fruits, green leaves and small fish, shrimp, larvae, earthworms, etc. In short, whatever you feed it, the Karoo Cape tortoise's food should be nutritious and balanced!