This friendly and inquisitive Marginated Tortoise is already showing plenty of character. Like most young tortoises, they can be a little shy at first, but quickly grow confident with routine and gentle interaction.
Marginated tortoises are naturally active and enjoy exploring, basking, and grazing throughout the day. This youngster is thriving and feeding well, making a great choice for anyone looking for a hardy Mediterranean tortoise species with impressive future growth and beautiful shell shape.
Common Name: Marginated Tortoise
Scientific Name: Testudo marginata
Age: CB September 2025
Sex: Unsexed (too young to determine)
Temperament: Active, curious, hardy
Average Adult Size: 25–35 cm
Average Lifespan: 50+ years
Photos taken: 15.5.26
Enclosure: Spacious, well-ventilated vivarium or tortoise table with varied terrain and areas to explore.
Heating:
• Basking Spot: 32–35°C
• Cool End: 20–24°C
• Night: 18–20°C
Humidity: Moderate (50–70%) with access to a humid hide for healthy growth.
UVB: High-output UVB essential for healthy shell and bone development.
Feeding: Varied leafy weeds and greens, occasional flowers, minimal fruit, with regular calcium supplementation.
• Hardy Mediterranean species when provided with correct heat and UVB
• Naturally active and enjoys roaming and basking
• Develops the striking flared shell shape marginated tortoises are known for
• Can hibernate safely when older and properly prepared
• Responds well to a consistent routine and feeding schedule
Photos and videos available on request.
This advert covers multiple animals.
Collection is currently from the shop only. Courier options coming soon — if you need something arranged earlier, feel free to call.
This friendly and inquisitive Marginated Tortoise is already showing plenty of character. Like most young tortoises, they can be a little shy at first, but quickly grow confident with routine and gentle interaction.
Marginated tortoises are naturally active and enjoy exploring, basking, and grazing throughout the day. This youngster is thriving and feeding well, making a great choice for anyone looking for a hardy Mediterranean tortoise species with impressive future growth and beautiful shell shape.
Common Name: Marginated Tortoise
Scientific Name: Testudo marginata
Age: CB September 2025
Sex: Unsexed (too young to determine)
Temperament: Active, curious, hardy
Average Adult Size: 25–35 cm
Average Lifespan: 50+ years
Photos taken: 15.5.26
Enclosure: Spacious, well-ventilated vivarium or tortoise table with varied terrain and areas to explore.
Heating:
• Basking Spot: 32–35°C
• Cool End: 20–24°C
• Night: 18–20°C
Humidity: Moderate (50–70%) with access to a humid hide for healthy growth.
UVB: High-output UVB essential for healthy shell and bone development.
Feeding: Varied leafy weeds and greens, occasional flowers, minimal fruit, with regular calcium supplementation.
• Hardy Mediterranean species when provided with correct heat and UVB
• Naturally active and enjoys roaming and basking
• Develops the striking flared shell shape marginated tortoises are known for
• Can hibernate safely when older and properly prepared
• Responds well to a consistent routine and feeding schedule
Photos and videos available on request.
This advert covers multiple animals.
Collection is currently from the shop only. Courier options coming soon — if you need something arranged earlier, feel free to call.
