Mulberry Leaves
Morus sp.
Also known as: white mulberry leaves, red mulberry leaves
Not veterinary advice. This information is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified exotic animal veterinarian for guidance specific to your pet.
Safety by species
Russian Tortoise
Agrionemys horsfieldii
Good protein and calcium for a plant source. Leaves preferred over fruit (fruit is too sugary).
Hermann's Tortoise
Testudo hermanni
Leaves preferred over fruit (fruit too sugary for Mediterranean tortoises).
Sulcata Tortoise
Centrochelys sulcata
High calcium, good fiber. Particularly useful for hatchlings who need more moisture.
Leopard Tortoise
Stigmochelys pardalis
High calcium, good fiber. Particularly useful for hatchlings who need more moisture.
Greek Tortoise
Testudo graeca
Leaves preferred over fruit (fruit too sugary for Mediterranean tortoises).