Can Russian Tortoises eat Nightshade?
Agrionemys horsfieldii · Solanum sp.
Toxic
Do not feed
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Contains solanine and other alkaloids. All parts toxic, especially unripe fruit. Symptoms include lethargy, salivation, weakness, and GI distress.
Toxic
Toxic
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The short answer
Contains solanine and other alkaloids. All parts toxic, especially unripe fruit. Symptoms include lethargy, salivation, weakness, and GI distress.
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Solanum sp. — toxic. Contains solanine and solasonine. Do not feed any part of the plant.
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