What size should a tortoise table be?

3 ft x 2 ft
An open-top, rectangular shaped table of approximately 91 cm x 61 cm (3 ft x 2 ft) is the minimum size for a hatchling, and it should be larger for a juvenile tortoise. It should have solid sides of at least 20 cm (8 in) in height above the level of the substrate.

How high should the sides of a tortoise table be?

One vital design aspect is the height of the sides, as you do not want your tortoise tumbling over these to the ground. The sides need to be around 25cm (10in) or so in height. It is also important not to put items such as a hide adjacent to the corner of the table.

What size enclosure does a tortoise need?

The size of a tortoises’ enclosure should be at least 3 times the length of its shell and 4 times its width. Large species, such as the Sulcata tortoises (10 x 10 feet), desert tortoises (6 x 3 feet), red-foot tortoises (8 x 4 feet), and leopard tortoises (10 x 8 feet), need additional room.

Does a tortoise table need a lid?

They are normally around 3 or 4ft wide and 2ft front to back. There will be a sidewall around 10-12” tall around the enclosure to prevent the tortoise from escaping. The main benefit of this style enclosure is that it has no lid so its ventilation is unrivalled.

Should tortoises be kept in vivariums?

The first thing to point out is that as a general rule, tortoises of all kinds are not well-suited to indoor, vivarium-style maintenance. If you want an animal that will be happy, and do well, in a vivarium environment – don’t get a tortoise. Get a gecko or other small lizard.

What do you put on the bottom of a tortoise table?

A young tortoise will need approximately 2 inches of substrate, which should be made deeper as your tortoise gets older so that they can dig and bury. Here’s what you can use for tortoise substrate: Pellet bedding (made from compressed grass and pressed into pellets) Aspen (natural, odourless, dust-free and absorbent)

Can you make your own tortoise table?

Make Your Own! The thing with tortoise tables is that, well, they’re pretty simple! More or less just four wooden walls, a base and possibly a cover is all you need, and you’re good to go.

Can tortoises live in vivariums?

We have found that all species of tortoises (Temperate and Tropical) seem to do well in enclosed vivariums with adequate ventilation. Although enclosed, it will still retain a reasonable temperature at night.

Are tortoise tables better than a vivarium?

This is the overwhelming reason why tortoise tables are recommended and vivariums get a bad press. Whilst ventilation will almost always be greater in an open topped table, the idea that a vivarium cannot offer an adequate level of ventilation is not really true.

What wood is safe for tortoises?

Wood: Any wood that it safe for people is safe for tortoises. Any of the more common woods are safe. Wood fencing or chain link fencing is usually the most practical and economical way to go. Wood is going to be the least expensive but will also need to be replaced every few years.

Is plywood safe for tortoises?

What to Look Out For When Shopping For a Tortoise Table. If possible try to go for a table constructed either from hardwood, or a treated plywood that won’t be damaged by moisture.