What We Feed Our Tortoises

This is a short list of some items we offer our tortoises depending on the season and the species. We grow most of it ourselves organically. Moderation and variety are key. Proteins and fruits are listed at the bottom since not all species require them and or is fed sparingly as a treat.

Grasses:
Bermuda, Rye, Orchid, Kentucky Blue Grass, Tiff, Timothy, Alfalfa Grass and several varieties of Fescue.

Weeds:
Chicory, Hollyhock, Crimson and White Clovers, Dichondra, Watercress, Mallow, Dandelion, Golden Summer Purslane, Common Plantain, Chickweed, Coneflower, Stinging Nettle, Thistles, London Rockets, Pigs weed.

Leaves:
Butterfly Bush, Cape Honeysuckle, Rose, Grape, Fig, Rosemary, Squash, Sweet Potato, Ice Plant, Sea Lavender, Hibiscus, Carrot, Cucumber, Strawberry, and Asparagus Fern.

Trees:
Mulberry, Guava, Banana, Tea Tree, Pineapple, Blackberry, Fig, Pomegranate.

Cactus and Succulents:
Aloe Vera, Opuntia, Prickly Pear, Christmas Cactus, Ice plant, Yucca and Sedum.

Flowers:
Marigolds, Ruellia, Cape Honeysuckle, Roses, Daisies, Hibiscus, Yellow Bell, Petunias, Dandelion, Ice Plant, Pansies, Squash, Vines: Snail Vine, Honeysuckle Vine, Grape Vine, Rose Vine,

Produce Greens:
Escarole, Endive, Frisee, Carrot, Red Leaf, Romaine, Mustard Greens, Parsley, Radicchio, Green Leaf, Collard Greens, Turnip Greens, Dandelion Greens and mushrooms

Dry Food:
Bermuda Hay, Alfalfa Hay, Orchid Hay, Mazuri Tortoise Diet, A.T.C.’s Dried Foliage Mix,

Fruits:
Mango, Papaya, Plantain, Apple, Strawberry, Pumpkin, Squash, Watermelon

Protein:
Earthworms, Redworms, Mealworms and Super worms