<\/span><\/h2>\nThe levels of alkaloids in modern aubergines are not high enough to be toxic to humans, but it is probably best to peel the skin off if you are concerned. As far as tortoises are concerned, the leaves will contain these alkaloids and so the plant should be avoided<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What foods are poisonous to tortoises?<\/span><\/h2>\nFood tortoises can’t eat<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Daffodil (narcissus pseudonarcissus)<\/li>\n
- Azalea (Rhododendron species)<\/li>\n
- Foxglove (Digitalis species)<\/li>\n
- Avocado (Persea species)<\/li>\n
- Buttercup (Ranunculus species)<\/li>\n
- Auricula (Primula auricula)<\/li>\n
- Bean sprouts (various)<\/li>\n
- Citrus fruit (Citrus species)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>What vegetables can a tortoise eat?<\/span><\/h2>\nDark, leafy greens such as romaine lettuce, kale, collard, mustard and dandelion greens should make up the bulk of the diet. Other greens to try include: bok choy, red leaf or green leaf lettuce, butter lettuce, water cress, escarole, parsley, turnip greens and green onions.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What is tortoise Favourite food?<\/span><\/h2>\nTortoises eat vegetables, fruits, plants, and fungi in the wild. Tortoises eat leaves, grasses, fungi, and vegetables for most of their meals. Many species of tortoise are primarily herbivorous, but others are omnivorous. That means they will also consume some types of animal matter.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What foods are poisonous to turtles?<\/span><\/h2>\nFood Avoid to Feed Box turtles<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Bread, bakery products, and pasta.<\/li>\n
- Candies, chocolate, and other products containing sugars.<\/li>\n
- Processed meat and canned food.<\/li>\n
- Avocado skin and pits.<\/li>\n
- Tobacco leaves and products.<\/li>\n
- Rhubarb.<\/li>\n
- Tomato and potato leaves.<\/li>\n
- Dairy products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>Can tortoise eat eggplant leaves?<\/span><\/h2>\nFamily Name: Solanaceae As far as tortoises are concerned, the leaves will contain these alkaloids and so the plant should be avoided.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What vegetables can turtles have?<\/span><\/h2>\nDesirable vegetables to offer include dark leafy greens such as romaine lettuce, collard greens, mustard greens, carrot tops, endive, Swiss chard, kale, parsley, green beans, dandelion greens, turnip greens, and clover.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Can turtles eat any vegetables?<\/span><\/h2>\nTurtles need lots of foods with vitamin A, so choose plants like carrots, squash, bell peppers, and other red, orange, and yellow vegetables. Avoid vegetables with low nutritional value like lettuce and celery.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What is toxic to tortoises?<\/span><\/h2>\nCommon NameBotanical NameToxicityAmaryllisAmaryllis belladonna2Asparagus FernAsparagus sprengerii2, 3Arrowhead VineSyngonium podophyllum1Avocado (leaves, seeds)Persea americana256 more rows<\/p>\n
<\/span>What can tortoises not eat list?<\/span><\/h2>\nFood tortoises can’t eat<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Daffodil (narcissus pseudonarcissus)<\/li>\n
- Azalea (Rhododendron species)<\/li>\n
- Foxglove (Digitalis species)<\/li>\n
- Avocado (Persea species)<\/li>\n
- Buttercup (Ranunculus species)<\/li>\n
- Auricula (Primula auricula)<\/li>\n
- Bean sprouts (various)<\/li>\n
- Citrus fruit (Citrus species)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>What is poisonous to a tortoise?<\/span><\/h2>\nOff-limits vegetables include eggplant, broccoli, chili pepper, alliums, wild mushrooms, and unripe tomatoes. Citrus fruit, avocado, and gooseberry are bad for tortoises. Also, avoid feeding tortoises prickly lettuce and wild lettuce. Certain tortoise species will find that different foods make them unwell.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What human food can tortoises eat?<\/span><\/h2>\nOccasional Vegetables – Cucumber, Carrot, Broccoli, Cauliflower (and leaves), Parsnip, Fennel, Squash, Pumpkin. Fruit is the equivalent of junk food for a tortoise so should be given very occasionally and make up no more than 5% of their diet (strawberry, apple, pear, tomato, melon, plum, apricot).<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What plants are poisonous to tortoise?<\/span><\/h2>\nCommon NameBotanical NameToxicityAmaryllisAmaryllis belladonna2Asparagus FernAsparagus sprengerii2, 3Arrowhead VineSyngonium podophyllum1Avocado (leaves, seeds)Persea americana256 more rows<\/p>\n
<\/span>Is lettuce poisonous to tortoises?<\/span><\/h2>\nAsk your veterinarian for exact amounts. Dark, leafy greens such as romaine lettuce, kale, collard, mustard and dandelion greens should make up the bulk of the diet. Other greens to try include: bok choy, red leaf or green leaf lettuce, butter lettuce, water cress, escarole, parsley, turnip greens and green onions.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Can tortoises eat anything?<\/span><\/h2>\nTortoises eat vegetables, fruits, plants, and fungi in the wild. Tortoises eat leaves, grasses, fungi, and vegetables for most of their meals. Many species of tortoise are primarily herbivorous, but others are omnivorous. That means they will also consume some types of animal matter.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Is broccoli poisonous to tortoises?<\/span><\/h2>\nYes, broccoli is an excellent source of nutrition for tortoises. We highly recommend it as part of their regular diet. That said, turtles shouldn’t overeat broccoli.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What can tortoises eat list?<\/span><\/h2>\nFood List<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Collard, turnip, rape, and mustard greens.<\/li>\n
- Kale, cabbage, kohl rabi, chard.<\/li>\n
- Endive, Escarole, green-leaf, red-leaf lettuces.<\/li>\n
- Red or curly lettuces.<\/li>\n
- Arugula, rocket, ‘corn salad’, ‘lamb’s lettuce’<\/li>\n
- Parsley, watercress.<\/li>\n
- Carrot or radish tops.<\/li>\n
- Sprouts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>What vegetables can tortoise not eat?<\/span><\/h2>\nOff-limits vegetables include eggplant, broccoli, chili pepper, alliums, wild mushrooms, and unripe tomatoes. Citrus fruit, avocado, and gooseberry are bad for tortoises. Also, avoid feeding tortoises prickly lettuce and wild lettuce. Certain tortoise species will find that different foods make them unwell.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What can I feed my tortoise at home?<\/span><\/h2>\nTortoises eat vegetables, fruits, plants, and fungi in the wild. Tortoises eat leaves, grasses, fungi, and vegetables for most of their meals. Many species of tortoise are primarily herbivorous, but others are omnivorous. That means they will also consume some types of animal matter.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What fruit can tortoises eat?<\/span><\/h2>\nWhat Should I Feed My Pet Tortoise?<\/b><\/p>\n- Power Greens – Spring mixes, dark leafy greens and grasses\/hay. <\/li>\n
- Pellet Tortoise Food – Commercial\/pellet food designed for these kinds of tortoises and is usually a great option.<\/li>\n
- Fruits – These tortoises can eat fruits like berries, melon, kiwi and more.<\/li>\n
<\/span>Can tortoises eat carrots?<\/span><\/h2>\nFruit eating tortoises can eat melon, raspberries, blackberries and grapes. You can also offer sweet desert apple, in sliced small amounts. Mango can also be eaten, although this can be very sticky and attract wasps. Bananas can be eaten, and cherries, in strict moderation.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What are tortoises favorite food?<\/span><\/h2>\nWhat Should I Feed My Pet Tortoise?<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Power Greens – Spring mixes, dark leafy greens and grasses\/hay. <\/li>\n
- Pellet Tortoise Food – Commercial\/pellet food designed for these kinds of tortoises and is usually a great option.<\/li>\n
- Fruits – These tortoises can eat fruits like berries, melon, kiwi and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>Can tortoises eat rice?<\/span><\/h2>\nFood List<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Collard, turnip, rape, and mustard greens.<\/li>\n
- Kale, cabbage, kohl rabi, chard.<\/li>\n
- Endive, Escarole, green-leaf, red-leaf lettuces.<\/li>\n
- Red or curly lettuces.<\/li>\n
- Arugula, rocket, ‘corn salad’, ‘lamb’s lettuce’<\/li>\n
- Parsley, watercress.<\/li>\n
- Carrot or radish tops.<\/li>\n
- Sprouts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>What fruit can a tortoise eat?<\/span><\/h2>\nAll legumes and grains are prohibited food for turtles such as beans, corn, rice, pea pods, lentils, chickpeas and others. They should not be offered to tortoises in any form.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>How can I make my tortoise happy?<\/span><\/h2>\nFruit eating tortoises can eat melon, raspberries, blackberries and grapes. You can also offer sweet desert apple, in sliced small amounts. Mango can also be eaten, although this can be very sticky and attract wasps. Bananas can be eaten, and cherries, in strict moderation.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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