May 19, 2021 · I have recently adopted 2 sulcata tortoise 1 which I think has a small amount of pyramiding and another that has a lot.I do not know the age of the sulcatas but I have had them for 2 …

Jul 13, 2024 · Hiya, I can see and feel a height difference on my Sulcata Frank’s shell and I am assuming this is pyramiding. Can someone have a look and let me know your opinions please. He …

Jul 21, 2014 · So the brown spots mean pyramiding? Pyramiding is valleys forming between the original scute centers as the tortoise grows. With sulcatas, the new growth comes in a much darker brown …

Oct 21, 2020 · I’m new to the whole tortoise things and wanted some advise! With my juvenile Hermanns tortoise I’ve had a few issues getting his vivarium temperatures right and I’ve seen this …

Nov 24, 2014 · Regarding pyramiding, there are generally 2 thoughts on the subject to stop pyramiding from happening, some say diet, some say hydration. Actually I think we all agree on the hydration …

Jun 15, 2021 · As pyramiding goes, they don't look too horrible. Their shells still have a symmetrical look. Sometimes we will see pyramiding that is distorts the shell quite a bit, which may be a sign of …

Nov 7, 2021 · Overall, yes, your tortoise has been pyramiding for a while. You can improve future growth by increasing the humidity in your enclosure and soaking daily for 30+ minutes. What bulbs are you …

Jan 29, 2025 · He is pyramiding yes, it’s likely being raised too dry, you definitely want to avoid that kind of substrate, and use the links to double check the bulbs you have, incorrect lighting can definitely …

Dec 13, 2024 · I know this is another post about pyramiding but we just got our baby a month ago and we're new tortoise owners. I want to see if she is showing signs or has it already. Just looking to see …

Jun 25, 2024 · Hi friends! Is my redfoot pyramiding? Why these scute lines are 'ups and downs', so rough. He is 8 months, 170g, 9.5cm length. He is in a 200L fish tank with closed cover. Temperature …