Testudo Fibre Mix for tortoises

The diet of wild tortoises is always determined by the vegetation in their natural habitat. In their original environment the actual vegetation period is usually limited to a short time followed by dryness and heat from midsummer to autumn. The crude fibre content of the plants is relatively low and the protein content quite high during springtime. During summer herbs and grasses will "age". The crude fibre content therefore increases in midsummer while the protein content strongly decreases. Ideally the diet of captive-raised tortoises should also be adjusted to the respective season.

The protein content of PRE ALPIN Testudo is extremely low. It contains selected grasses with a very low protein content and, at the same time, a very high crude fibre content. The reduced protein supply unburdens particularly liver and kidneys and promotes the detoxification of the body. This product offers an ideal calcium/phosphorus ratio as well as providing healthy intestinal flora due to optimal crude fibre content of the mix. It contains no cereals, animal products, flavouring or preservatives.

The mix of over 60 different herbs and grasses offers a diet adjusted to the natural habitat of tortoises and may be freely offered at any time. It is recommended by the Institute of Zoology in Munich

Feeding Recommendation

• This mix is an ideal supplement to a fresh plant food diet (it should be used to alongside these foods, not as a replacement).

• It can be fed dry (sprinkled on the top of their natural, fresh foods) or it can be moistened with water

• Clear away any uneaten food daily