African Spurred Tortoise Care The Complete Guide to Keeping Sulcata Tortoises as Pets

Unlock the Secrets to Sulcata Tortoise Care with This Expert Guide! Whether you're a first-time keeper or looking to level up your reptile husbandry skills, African Spurred Tortoise Care by Reed Ashcroft is your ultimate resource for understanding and caring for Sulcata tortoises—one of the most popular and misunderstood pet tortoise species in the world. This detailed guide covers everything you need to know about housing, diet, growth milestones, outdoor enclosures, and long-term planning for a tortoise that can live over 70 years and grow to over 100 pounds. Learn how to create a predator-proof outdoor setup, what foods to avoid, how to manage shell health and hydration, and why Sulcatas don't brumate like other species. Inside, you'll find: Sulcata growth and lifespan expectations Indoor vs. outdoor enclosure designs Safe food lists and feeding schedules Signs of illness and how to prevent pyramiding Legal and ethical care tips Printable feeding and habitat checklists Reed Ashcroft's personal gear and supplement recommendations Whether you're in the desert Southwest, humid Southeast, or temperate New Zealand, this book adapts practical care advice to your climate. With over a decade of experience and research, Reed Ashcroft helps you confidently plan for decades of healthy, ethical Sulcata tortoise keeping. Perfect for beginner reptile owners, herp enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to give their Sulcata a thriving, enriched life.