Leopard Tortoise
Stigmochelys pardalis
African savanna grazer from East and South Africa. Strict herbivore — primarily grasses with succulents and flowers. No brumation. Requires high UVB, hot basking spot, and very low humidity. Sensitive to respiratory infections in damp conditions.
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Safe to feed(12)
Endive
Cichorium endivia
Part of supplementary salad a few times per week.
Clover
Trifolium sp.
Offer as part of mixed grazing area.
Opuntia Cactus Pads
Opuntia ficus-indica
Offer 2–3 times per week.
Rose Petals
Rosa sp.
Occasional treat. Pesticide-free only.
Dandelion Greens
Taraxacum officinale
Offer 3–4 times per week as a supplement to hay.
Timothy Hay
Phleum pratense
Staple — unrestricted access. Always available.
Broadleaf Plantain
Plantago major
Offer regularly as part of salad mix.
Mulberry Leaves
Morus sp.
Offer 2–3 times per week.
Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon
Staple — graze freely in outdoor enclosures.
Orchard Grass Hay
Dactylis glomerata
Staple — mix with timothy hay for variety.
Grape Leaves
Vitis vinifera
Offer 1–2 times per week. Leaves only.
Hibiscus Flowers
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
A few flowers 1–2 times per week.
Feed with caution(5)
Kale
Brassica oleracea var. acephala
Once per week maximum, small amount.
Collard Greens
Brassica oleracea var. viridis
1–2 times per week, small portion alongside hay.
Mustard Greens
Brassica juncea
1–2 times per week, small amount.
Spinach
Spinacia oleracea
Avoid or absolute maximum once per month, tiny amount.
Broccoli
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Once per week maximum.