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by dianereesee
12 Jun 2025, 11:33
Forum: Mediterranean Species
Topic: Self harming tortoise
Replies: 7
Views: 4870

Re: Self harming tortoise

Hi! This is not uncommon in male spur-thigh tortoises, especially in spring and early summer. Even without another tortoise present, some males will become overstimulated and direct their frustration at inanimate objects. The fact that it resumed right after hibernation suggests seasonal hormones mi...