1 / 6Tetra Tortoise TE149519 Land Turtle Food, 500 ml
Tetra Tortoise TE149519 is a vegetable-flavoured pellet food listed for land turtles. Its 500 ml can is described as a complete feed, with fibre, a multivitamin complex and minerals, and the listing gives composition percentages for protein, fat, fibre and moisture.
At a glance
- Listed as complete food for land turtles, in pellet form.
- The listing describes a multivitamin complex and minerals, and states a balanced fibre-to-protein ratio and calcium-phosphorus ratio.
- Composition figures include 22.0% crude fibre and 9.0% crude protein.
- Directions state: store dry.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The 500 ml can provides a clearly stated volume, with the weight also listed for comparison when assessing storage or handling.
- The listed crude fibre and protein percentages help buyers compare the food's stated composition with other options.
- The food is described as suitable for young animals as well as adult green iguanas and plant-eating reptiles.
Technical specifications
16 specifications| Brand | Tetra GmbH |
|---|---|
| Model | TE149519 |
| Product type | Complete feed for turtles |
| Target species | Reptile |
| Recommended breed | tortoise |
| Flavour | Vegetable |
|---|---|
| Form | Pellet |
| Age range | Adult |
| Special ingredients | Multivitamin complex, minerals |
| Container type | Can |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Weight listed | 0.17 Kilograms |
| Crude protein | 9.0% |
|---|---|
| Crude oils and fats | 0.5% |
| Crude fibre | 22.0% |
| Moisture content | 10.0% |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing calls this a food for all land turtles and labels the age range Adult, while also describing it as suitable for young animals and adult green iguanas and plant-eating reptiles. Confirm suitability for the particular species and life stage before use. The title says 500 ml tin, while product details call the container a can. The listing also calls the food organic, but does not provide supporting certification details. It states a calcium-phosphorus ratio without giving its values.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Tortoise keepers looking for a pellet food listed as complete feed for turtles.
- Buyers comparing labelled fibre and protein figures or looking for a food described as containing a multivitamin complex and minerals.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need exact calcium and phosphorus values or clear certification details for an organic claim.
- Keepers who need a food specifically formulated for a species or life stage not covered by the listing.
Frequently asked questions
What form does Tetra Tortoise food come in?
It is listed as pellets in a 500 millilitre can.
What composition figures are provided?
The listing states 9.0% crude protein, 0.5% crude oils and fats, 22.0% crude fibre and 10.0% moisture.
Is it listed for young tortoises?
The listing labels the age range Adult but also says it is suitable for young animals. Check suitability for the particular animal before feeding.
How should the food be stored?
The supplied directions say to store it dry.
Alternative options
Tetra ReptoMin Sticks Turtle Food - Balanced Main Food for Adult Water Turtles, 250 ml Tin
€4.50
AF Calcium Powder with Vitamin D3 for Reptiles, 150 g, Phosphorus-Free
€9.95
AF Dried Mealworms, 800 g / 5 L, Tenebrio molitor, Zip Closure
€19.41
UGF - Universal Turtle Food Mix - 90g in 500 Milliliter Bucket, Balanced Turtle food, Gammarus, Silkworms, Mealworms, Shrimps and Dried Fish
€8.99
Tetra ReptoMin Energy
€9.46
