brown turtle swimming underwater

Hermann's Tortoise

Testudo hermanni

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📊 Quick Facts

Lifespan
80–100+ years
Adult Size
6–8 in (Western), 4–6 in (Eastern)
Temperament
Generally calm; prefer natural behaviors

🏠 Habitat Setup

Enclosure Size
Large outdoor enclosure or 8×4 ft indoor minimum
Humidity
50–70%
UVB Lighting
High-output UVB essential

🌡️ Temperature

Basking Spot
30–35°C 86–32°F
Ambient (Day)
20–25°C 68–32°F
Night Time
15–20°C 59–32°F

🍽️ Diet & Nutrition

Diet Type
Herbivore: weeds, flowers, grasses; Mediterranean plants
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Care information based on research from: Hermann's Tortoise Care, Tortoise Trust

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