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Hermann's Tortoise
Active, curious
Also known as: tortoise, greek tortoise, russian tortoise, horsfield tortoise
- Adult weight
- 0.5–2 kg
- Life expectancy
- 50–80 years
- Size
- Small
- Exercise
- Moderate
- Origin
- Southern Europe
- Group
- Tortoise
Reference update: · Not veterinary-reviewedNo single breed standard — ranges are typical values for this group.
Health topics to discuss with your vet
- ●Metabolic bone disease and shell pyramidingBreed-specific association not yet verified.
- ●Respiratory infectionsBreed-specific association not yet verified.
- ●Hibernation problemsBreed-specific association not yet verified.
Not a diagnosis or a complete risk list. A general condition reference explains a disease but does not establish increased risk in this breed or group. Unsourced associations still need verification.
Care tips
- ✓High-fibre weeds and leaves — no fruit
- ✓Vet check before hibernation
Calculators for your Hermann's Tortoise
Sources & review
Reference update 25 October 2026; not an independent veterinary review. Direct breed evidence is identified above. General directories below do not verify every listed health association.
Weight and lifespan are typical ranges for healthy adults from breed standards and veterinary references; individuals vary. Not veterinary advice.