Red-footed Tortoise
Chelonoidis carbonarius
South American tropical omnivore. Uniquely requires substantial fruit (40–70% of diet) and occasional animal protein (< 20%). No brumation. Needs high humidity (60–80%). Exclusively plant diet causes hind leg paralysis; excessive protein causes kidney disease.
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Hibiscus Flowers
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Offer 1–2 times per week.
Dandelion Greens
Taraxacum officinale
Staple — include daily in salad mix.
Collard Greens
Brassica oleracea var. viridis
Staple — offer freely in daily salad.
Opuntia Cactus Pads
Opuntia ficus-indica
Offer 1–2 times per week. Remove spines.
Crickets
Acheta domesticus
Once per week for adults; twice per week for juveniles.
Endive
Cichorium endivia
Staple — offer freely.
Butternut Squash
Cucurbita moschata
Offer 2–3 times per week.
Mango
Mangifera indica
Once per week, small piece.
Fig
Ficus carica
Once per week, 1–2 small figs.
Mustard Greens
Brassica juncea
3–4 times per week.
Papaya
Carica papaya
Twice per week as part of the fruit portion.
Strawberries
Fragaria × ananassa
Once per week, small amount.
Blueberries
Vaccinium corymbosum
Include in the fruit portion of diet.
Earthworms
Lumbricus terrestris
Once per week for adults; twice per week for juveniles and hatchlings.