Can Red-footed Tortoises eat Persimmon?
Chelonoidis carbonarius · Diospyros virginiana
Caution
Rarely — once or twice per month at most
Red-footed Tortoises are omnivores with fruit comprising approximately 30% of their diet, and occasional high-sugar fruits are tolerated as rare treats. However, persimmon's very high sugar content warrants strict limitation to prevent obesity and gut flora disruption.
Feeding frequency
Rarely — once or twice per month at most
The short answer
Red-footed Tortoises are omnivores with fruit comprising approximately 30% of their diet, and occasional high-sugar fruits are tolerated as rare treats. However, persimmon's very high sugar content warrants strict limitation to prevent obesity and gut flora disruption.
Feeding it safely
How much / how often
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Reviewed by basking_research · June 2026
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