🐢 Russian Tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii) Origin: Central Asia (Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Kazakhstan) Coloration: Tan to olive carapace with dark brown to black markings Adult size: 5–10 inches (13–25 cm) Sex differences: Females larger and rounder; males smaller with longer tail and curved plastron Lifespan: 40+ years Breeding: All our tortoises are captive bred Basic Care Info Enclosure: Large terrestrial enclosure, min. 36" × 18" for juveniles / 72" × 36" for adults (larger preferred) Temperature: Basking 90–95°F, ambient 75–85°F, night 65–72°F Lighting: T5 HO UVB 10–12%, 10–12 hrs ON / OFF Humidity: 30–50% with access to humid hide (50–60%) Diet: Dandelion greens, plantain, endive, escarole, grasses, weeds Supplements: Calcium weekly, multivitamin every 2–4 weeks Handling: Generally hardy; moderate handling tolerated but not recommended frequently Shipping & Guarantee Shipping: FedEx Priority Overnight Guarantee: Live Arrival Guarantee
