Can Red-footed Tortoises eat Kale?
Chelonoidis carbonarius · Brassica oleracea var. acephala
Caution
Once per week maximum, small amount
The Tortoise Table
Goitrogenic glucosinolates — limit to occasional rotation. Same thyroid risk as for other tortoise species.
Feeding frequency
DailyWeeklyOccasionalNever
Caution
Once per week maximum, small amount
OmnivoreLeafy greenLow oxalateNot toxic
The short answer
Goitrogenic glucosinolates — limit to occasional rotation. Same thyroid risk as for other tortoise species.
Feeding it safely
How much / how often
Once per week maximum, small amount.
What's inside
Per 100 g of raw kale
254mg
Calcium
HIGH55mg
Phosphorus
4.6:1
Ca:P ratio
Low
Oxalate
4.3g
Protein
4.1g
Fiber
Backed by sources
The Tortoise TableThe Tortoise Table
Brassica oleracea — caution. Goitrogenic. Limit to occasional rotation.
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