Hikari Mulberific Delite Tortoise Food

Hikari Mulberific Delite Tortoise Food

Hikari Mulberific Delite Tortoise Food is a scientifically formulated diet for grass-eating tortoises. It supplies the vitamins and minerals needed for proper shell growth, and its moisture-holding texture helps tortoises take in the water they need for good health. It suits keepers in South Africa who want a balanced, low-protein, high-fibre staple for their tortoise.

Key Benefits

• Contains the vitamins and minerals required for proper shell growth.
• Unique hydration and water-retention properties help provide the moisture levels tortoises need for good health.
• Mulberry leaf is an optimal nutrient source and significantly improves palatability.
• Mulukhiya, Japanese mustard spinach and a minimum grain content further enhance performance and flavour.
• A sponge-like texture gives excellent water absorption and high retention, which improves acceptance and encourages natural water intake.
• Low protein, high fibre and high calcium, with a 5:1 calcium:phosphorus ratio that is optimal for tortoises.
• Contains Hikari-Germ™, a proprietary probiotic that supports immune and digestive system health.
• Continued exclusive use reduces waste odour and stickiness, making cleanup and enclosure maintenance easier.

Mulberry Leaf Nutrition

Mulberry leaf is the foundation of this recipe. It provides an optimal source of nutrients and makes the food more appealing to tortoises. Mulukhiya and Japanese mustard spinach are added to improve performance and flavour, while grain is kept to a minimum.

Water Retention

The food has a sponge-like texture that absorbs water readily and holds on to it. This improves acceptance of the diet and supports natural water intake, which helps tortoises maintain the moisture levels they need.

Balanced Nutrition and Probiotic Support

The formula is low in protein and high in fibre and calcium. Its 5:1 calcium:phosphorus ratio is considered optimal for tortoises. The Hikari-Germ™ probiotic is included to support immune and digestive system health.

Suitable For

• Grass-eating tortoises.
• Keepers looking for a complete, scientifically formulated diet with added hydration support.

Specifications

• Protein: low
• Fibre: high
• Calcium: high
• Calcium:phosphorus ratio: 5:1
• Key ingredients highlighted: mulberry leaf, mulukhiya, Japanese mustard spinach (minimum grain content)
• Probiotic: Hikari-Germ™
• Texture: sponge-like, with high water absorption and retention

Available Sizes

Offered in several pack sizes. Choose the size that suits the number of tortoises you keep.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which tortoises is this food made for?
It is formulated for grass-eating tortoises.

What is the calcium:phosphorus ratio?
The ratio is 5:1, which is optimal for tortoises. The formula is also low in protein, high in fibre and high in calcium.

How does it help with hydration?
The sponge-like texture absorbs water well and retains it. This improves acceptance and supports natural water intake, helping provide the moisture levels tortoises need.

Why is mulberry leaf used in the recipe?
Mulberry leaf is an optimal nutrient source and significantly improves palatability. Mulukhiya and Japanese mustard spinach are added for extra performance and flavour, and the grain content is kept to a minimum.

What does Hikari-Germ™ do?
It is Hikari's proprietary probiotic, included to support immune and digestive system health.

Will it make enclosure cleanup easier?
Continued exclusive use of this diet reduces waste odour and stickiness, which makes cleanup and maintenance easier.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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