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Carrot

Can Sulcata Tortoises eat Carrot?

Daucus carota

Safety verdict

Caution

Why

[confidence: high] [source: Reptifiles sulcata tortoise care] High sugar root vegetable; not appropriate for grass-grazing Sulcata tortoise.

How much / how often

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

33 mg

Calcium

35 mg

Phosphorus

0.9:1

Ca:P ratio

none

Oxalate

0.9 g

Protein

2.8 g

Fiber

Reviewed by admin on May 2026

Not veterinary advice. This information is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified exotic animal veterinarian for guidance specific to your pet.