Euphorbia
In captivity, this tortoise requires a spacious, dry, well drained pen with adequate natural graze. Fresh water should be available at all times. This species is in no way suitable for exclusive indoor maintenance in vivarium tanks. It is highly inadvisable to mix T. g. graeca with other species - including other members of the same genus. They are extremely susceptible to 'alien' pathogens and are notoriously difficult to cure of 'Runny Nose' problems once they commence. Under no circumstances provide animal protein, or other high protein, high fat foods to Testudo graeca. Although recommended in some outdated texts, to do so invites terminal renal problems and, in the case of juveniles, will lead to artificially accelerated growth and guaranteed Metabolic Bone Disease (e.g., 'lumpy shell syndrome'). Provide a diet comprised of as many freshly picked wild foods as possible, and use a quality calcium and multi-vitamin supplement daily. For further details on the dietary management of Testudo species, please consult the Tortoise Trust's "Feeding Manual". If cared for correctly, Testudo graeca can reach extreme ages in captivity - we are aware of several which have surpassed 100 years. Hibernation is a very critical time, so please read the Tortoise Trust's
"Safer Hibernation and Your Tortoise" to avoid potentially fatal errors.
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