Can Red-footed Tortoises eat Crickets?
Acheta domesticus
Safety verdict
Safe
Why
Good protein source. Gut-load before feeding and dust with calcium supplement.
How much / how often
Once per week for adults; twice per week for juveniles.
Preparation
Gut-load crickets for 24 hours before feeding. Dust with calcium powder.
Nutrition (per 100 g)
68 mg
Calcium
280 mg
Phosphorus
0.2:1
Ca:P ratio
17 g
Protein
Sources
USDA databaseReptiFiles — Red-Footed Tortoise Care Sheet ↗
Crickets are an appropriate protein source for red-footed tortoises.
Where to buy
Josh's Frogs Crickets (Live)Shop →Dried Mealworms (Reptile Feeder)Shop →Red-Footed Tortoise Diet — Mazuri (Omnivore Blend)Shop →
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Not veterinary advice. This information is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified exotic animal veterinarian for guidance specific to your pet.