Testudo graeca terrestris (Mesopotamian)

Males grow about 5" (12 to 13 cm) and weigh 300-500 grams.

Females grow to around 7" (17 to 18 cm) and weigh at least 1,000 grams.

High in fiber, rich in calcium, and low in protein. Weeds, broadleaf greens, flowers, optunia cactus and optunia fruit. Organic store-bought greens and Mazuri on occasion. No fruit - too high in sugars.

Very little humidity. Must be kept in a warm, dry habitat.

The carapace is nearly fully orange-gold in color, with little black markings.

This subspecies does not brumate all winter but can slow down its activity for a few months. Adults can tolerate temperatures into the low 40s (Farenheit), if they remain completely dry. A warm overnight hide should be provided so that the tortoise can use it if desired.

Hot, dry, sandy desert. This subspecies is sensitive and cannot tolerate wet conditions for long periods of time. They can handle cooler temperatures as long as the environment remains dry.

Males grow about 5" (12 to 13 cm) and weigh 300-500 grams.

Females grow to around 7" (17 to 18 cm) and weigh at least 1,000 grams.

High in fiber, rich in calcium, and low in protein. Weeds, broadleaf greens, flowers, optunia cactus and optunia fruit. Organic store-bought greens and Mazuri on occasion. No fruit - too high in sugars.

Very little humidity. Must be kept in a warm, dry habitat.

The carapace is nearly fully bright yellow with no black markings.

This subspecies does not brumate all winter but can slow down its activity for a few months. Adults can tolerate temperatures into the low 40s (Farenheit), if they remain completely dry. A warm overnight hide should be provided so that the tortoise can use it if desired.

Hot, dry, sandy desert. This subspecies is sensitive and cannot tolerate wet conditions for long periods of time. They can handle cooler temperatures as long as the environment remains dry.

Males grow about 5" (12 to 13 cm) and weigh 300-500 grams.

Females grow to around 7" (17 to 18 cm) and weigh at least 1,000 grams.

High in fiber, rich in calcium, and low in protein. Weeds, broadleaf greens, flowers, optunia cactus and optunia fruit. Organic store-bought greens and Mazuri on occasion. No fruit - too high in sugars.

Very little humidity. Must be kept in a warm, dry habitat.

The carapace is nearly fully bright yellow with black markings. The head is also yellow and there is a dark spot on the tail.

This subspecies does not brumate all winter but can slow down its activity for a few months. Adults can tolerate temperatures into the low 40s (Farenheit), if they remain completely dry. A warm overnight hide should be provided so that the tortoise can use it if desired.

Hot, dry, sandy desert. This subspecies is sensitive and cannot tolerate wet conditions for long periods of time. They can handle cooler temperatures as long as the environment remains dry.

Males grow about 5" (12 to 13 cm) and weigh 300-500 grams.

Females grow to around 7" (17 to 18 cm) and weigh at least 1,000 grams.

High in fiber, rich in calcium, and low in protein. Weeds, broadleaf greens, flowers, optunia cactus and optunia fruit. Organic store-bought greens and Mazuri on occasion. No fruit - too high in sugars.

Very little humidity. Must be kept in a warm, dry habitat.

The carapace is nearly fully black with little to no yellow or orange coloring.

This subspecies does not brumate all winter but can slow down its activity for a few months. Adults can tolerate temperatures into the low 40s (Farenheit), if they remain completely dry. A warm overnight hide should be provided so that the tortoise can use it if desired.

Hot, dry, sandy desert. This subspecies is sensitive and cannot tolerate wet conditions for long periods of time. They can handle cooler temperatures as long as the environment remains dry.