Ivory Sulcata

🐢 Ivory Sulcata Tortoise – Rare Morph of the African Spurred Giant

The Ivory Sulcata Tortoise is a visually striking, captive-bred morph of the African Spurred Tortoise. Known for its creamy white to bone-colored shell and pale skin, this tortoise stands out from standard Sulcatas while retaining the same hardy nature and impressive size potential. It’s ideal for collectors, breeders, and reptile enthusiasts seeking a unique, long-lived companion.

🌟 Morph & Appearance

• Coloration: Bone white to ivory shell with golden undertones; pale limbs and head
• Size Potential: Adults can reach 24–30 inches and weigh over 100 lbs
• Shell Texture: Deeply grooved scutes with symmetrical growth rings
• Eyes: Some individuals may have ruby or light-colored eyes, especially in albino variants

🧬 Genetics & Breeding

• Carries the Ivory gene, which can produce visually consistent offspring when paired
• Available as hatchlings, well-started juveniles, and yearlings
• Often bred alongside Het Ivory or Albino Sulcata lines for morph-focused projects
• Ethically captive-bred with full health documentation2

🌿 Diet & Care Requirements

• Strict herbivore: 95% grasses, weeds, and hay (e.g., Bermuda, Timothy, Orchard)
• Supplements: Calcium (cuttlebone), vitamin D3, and Mazuri tortoise chow
• Treats: Hibiscus, dandelion, pumpkin, aloe, and cactus pads (no fruit except occasional rinds)
• Enclosure: Warm, dry climate with UVB lighting and deep substrate for burrowing
• Soaking: Hatchlings and juveniles benefit from daily shallow soaks for hydration