New modern homes have been created for spurred tortoises rescued from the consequences of war at Kyiv Zoo.
This is reported by Kyiv24
Currently, around twenty of these tortoises reside in the zoo, each undergoing long-term rehabilitation. To ensure their full recovery and socialization, the zoo staff have created conditions that closely resemble their natural habitat.
Establishment of New Farms for Tortoises
Three additional picturesque farms have been built for the spurred tortoises at Kyiv Zoo. Here, the animals live in separate groups, which promotes their peaceful existence and adaptation. The area of their homes is equipped with sunny clearings, dense grasses and bushes, shaded shelters, wooden canopies, sandy pools, and feeding spots. The tortoises’ diet consists of nutritious food, and their neighbors in the enclosures are friendly.
“Thus, we have created three additional picturesque farms in our park where the tortoises live in separate groups. Sun, green grasses and bushes, shady shelters and wooden canopies, sandy pools, delicious nutritious food, and good neighbors – this is exactly what our rescued residents need for a comfortable life. Come for some positivity!” – invites the zoo administration.
Features of Spurred Tortoises
Spurred tortoises are the third largest species of land tortoises in the world. Their shell length can reach 70 cm, with males weighing up to 100 kg and females up to 60 kg. Their natural habitat includes the savannas and deserts of Central Africa. The wild population is estimated to consist of only 18,000 to 20,000 individuals.
In captivity, spurred tortoises can live for over 50 years, allowing the zoo to provide them with long-term care and quality living conditions.