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carrot tops
Posted: 27/07/2008 by shazzler

hi could anybody tell me if these are ok for my russian to eat to add abit of variety

thanks

sharon xxxxx

Re: carrot tops
Posted: 27/07/2008 by tpgadmin

Hi Sharon

I've seen carrot tops recommended on some sites, but I never use them for the tortoises myself.  If I did it would only be sparingly as they are high in oxalates.  Calcium absorption is inhibited to some extent by oxylates - so I choose not to give.

HTH

Helen

 

 

Re: carrot tops
Posted: 27/07/2008 by shazzler

 thanks helen , i dont think i will risk it huni xxxxxx

 

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