Long term observations on the alimentation of wild Eastern Greek Tortoises <em>Testudo graeca ibera</em> (Reptilia: Testudines: Testudinidae) in Dobrogea, Romania

The wild diet of Testudo graeca ibera in Dobrogea, Romania is investigated by direct observation. A clear predominance (over 95%) of plant matter is noticed, with 25 plant species consumed. Moreover the ingestion of animal matter (carrion) as well as calcareous earth was observed.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Alexandru Iftime, Oana Iftime
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Firenze University Press 2012-05-01
Series:Acta Herpetologica
Online Access:https://oaj.fupress.net/index.php/ah/article/view/1648