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Reptiles also have one more type of excretion product, called urates or uric acid. ... When the tortoise urinates, it will pass the liquid urine and the semi-solid urates at the same time. A tortoise may urinate and defecate at the same time, which may leave urate deposits on the fecal material.
- How does a tortoise pee?
- What is white stuff coming out of my tortoise?
- How do I get my tortoise to poop?
- Does tortoise poop smell?
How does a tortoise pee?
Many animals, such as dogs, cats, birds, and lizards lap or scoop up water with their beaks or tongues. Tortoises can't do either of those things, so they just stick their whole face in the water and “pump” it in!
What is white stuff coming out of my tortoise?
Reptile owners frequently wonder about the "white powder" that is excreted by their pets. The material is uric acid and its salts (urates). Be assured that it is normal for tortoises to pass it. Uric acid is the end product of protein metabolism.
How do I get my tortoise to poop?
A home treatment for constipation would be warm water soaks. If this is not effective it is time to seek a veterinarian. They will probably recommend X-rays and a test for fecal parasites. Medical treatment may include enemas or a laxative.
Does tortoise poop smell?
Tortoise poop can smell fairly offensive if left in the tank too long. While it's not uncommon for a tortoise to poo in their water during bath time, not all of them will. ... The poop itself has a mild smell, but left too long it'll begin to attract unwanted visitors.
