{"product_id":"horsefield-tortoise","title":"Horsefield Tortoise","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eCommon Name: Horsefield Tortoise\u003cbr data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eScientific Name: Testudo horsfieldii\u003cbr data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eSource: CB\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eAdult Size: 12–20cm\u003cbr data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eNative Range: Central Asia incl. S Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, N\/E Iran, Afghanistan, N Pakistan, NW China (Xinjiang)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eEnclosure: Open-topped tortoise table preferred; minimum 120 × 60 cm \u003cbr data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"697\"\u003eHeating: Basking 32-34 °C; cool end 22–25 °C; night drop around 18–23 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eHumidity: 40–50% with strong ventilation (avoid stagnant, overly humid air)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eUVB: Medium Output UVB\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eDiet: Mixed weeds\/leafy greens, plus veg in rotation; fruit sparingly(as a treat)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eWater: Shallow water dish\/bath for drinking and soaking; keep clean and accessible\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eABOUT THIS SPECIES\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eHorsefield tortoises are compact, tough little Testudo from arid steppe and semi-desert regions across Central Asia. They’re built for extremes: in the wild they spend long periods sheltering underground, and captive animals often show the same strong urge to burrow and wedge themselves into tight hides.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eCompared with many Mediterranean tortoises, they tend to be more “on the move” when conditions suit them, patrolling their space and investigating anything edible. Their rounded, slightly flattened shell and sturdy limbs (with the characteristic “four-clawed” look) suit a life over dry ground and loose soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eA set-up that prioritises floor space, ventilation, and digging opportunities usually brings out the most natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viperia","offers":[{"title":"Unsexed","offer_id":53260044861777,"sku":"horsefield-tortoise - 001","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/Horsefield-Tortoise_4.jpg?v=1773239693","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/horsefield-tortoise","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}