Tortoise, commonly known as pet tortoise or baby tortoise in the UK, is a popular reptile breed prized for its distinctive shell and gentle temperament. Originating primarily from Southern Europe, Central Asia, and North Africa, this reptile exhibits a highly domed shell that varies in colours such as black, yellow, and brown. Characteristically, tortoises have sturdy limbs and claws suited for digging, an adaptation that matches their fondness for burrowing. The Horsfield's tortoise, also called the Russian tortoise, and the Hermann's tortoise are among the most common pet tortoise breeds in the UK. These tortoises display docile and curious behaviour, making them suitable pets for enthusiasts who can provide a secure outdoor enclosure in summer and a warm indoor environment during colder months. Their diet mainly comprises leafy greens and vegetables, catering to their herbivorous nature. For those seeking tortoises for sale in the UK, it is vital to choose breeds known for their adaptability to the British climate. With proper care and attention to their hibernation needs, tortoises can be delightful and enduring companions for pet owners across the UK.
Marginated (Mediterranean) tortoise hatchlings for sale, hatched May 2025. Home captive bred in Somerset by experienced keeper (my mother). Incubated to be female, but this can't be guaranteed. Healthy, lively, eating well with nice smooth shells. Come with their article 10 CITES certificates from DEFRA. Advice and care sheets provided. Please note these are NOT suitable f
Horsfield (Also know as ‘Russian’) tortoise hatchlings for sale, hatched May 2025. Home captive bred in Somerset by experienced keeper (my mother). Incubated to be female, but this can't be guaranteed. Healthy, lively, eating well with nice smooth shells. Please note this breed does not require a CITES certificate. Advice and care sheets provided. Please note these are NOT
I have 2 4 year old tortoises for sale. Unsure of sex’s but one mounts the other so I think they’re male and female. One is a little bigger than the other. I just cannot give them what they need so
Firstly only those who have a large heated secure outside enclosure with large garden need apply I will want proof too. If you meet these requirements then welcome...... My beautiful boy, yes definite
Indian star tortoise babies cb25, eat and growing well, bred by myself in the uk, each tortoise comes with there cites certificate. This species require heat and uvb all year round.
Our hatchling Mediterranean spurthigh tortoises are ready for their new homes. Bred by experienced tortoise-keepers and fed on a species appropriate diet. Will come with care sheet and hatching certif
One beloved, happy, healthy 3 year old horsefield tortoises hatched July 2022. Kale (with the black splodges) suspected male. If own setup, please send pics of your setup . NO dealers OR Breeders. U
Hello. I have over 25 years experience breeding and raising Hermann’s tortoises - and I offer free advice for the rest of your tortoises life. I know how to raise healthy tortoises with smooth shell g
Lovely character very healthy loves his food and baths Fed as natural a diet as possible No vivarium only open top tortoise table! Outside secure enclosure needed for summer Price is tortoise only!!
🐢 Loving Home Needed for Our Family Tortoise, Kiwi – Comes with Full Set-Up 🐢 This is a personal post: It’s with very heavy hearts that we’re looking to rehome our beloved horsefield tortoise, Ki
I have a pair of beautiful friendly sulcata tortoises for sale these will be £350 for the male and £400 for the female (smaller one) or £700 for the pair If you cannot afford the animal you cannot af