Can Red-footed Tortoises eat Endive?
Chelonoidis carbonarius · Cichorium endivia
Safe
Staple — offer freely
The Tortoise Table
Low oxalate, good Ca:P. Good grocery-store staple.
Safe
Staple — offer freely
OmnivoreLeafy greenLow oxalateNot toxic
The short answer
Low oxalate, good Ca:P. Good grocery-store staple.
Feeding it safely
How much / how often
Staple — offer freely.
What's inside
Per 100 g of raw endive
52mg
Calcium
28mg
Phosphorus
1.9:1
Ca:P ratio
Low
Oxalate
1.25g
Protein
3.1g
Fiber
Backed by sources
The Tortoise TableThe Tortoise Table
Cichorium endivia — safe.
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