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Can Hermann's Tortoises eat Buttercup?

Testudo hermanni · Ranunculus sp.

Toxic

Do not feed

The Tortoise Table

Contains protoanemonin — causes oral and GI irritation.

Toxic

Toxic

HerbivorePlant

The short answer

Contains protoanemonin — causes oral and GI irritation.

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The Tortoise TableThe Tortoise Table

Ranunculus sp. — toxic. Protoanemonin causes severe irritation.

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