Hermann's Tortoise Hatchlings for Sale in the UK

Hermann's tortoise is the most commonly kept tortoise in the UK — a hardy Mediterranean species that can spend summers outdoors.

Typical price: £150–£450Lifespan: 50–90 yearsExercise: Outdoor grazing pen in summer, tortoise table indoors

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How much do Hermann's Tortoise hatchlings cost in the UK?

Hermann's Tortoise hatchlings typically cost £150–£450 in the UK. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and Hermann's Tortoises live around 50–90 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.

Typical price: £150–£450
Lifespan: 50–90 years
Size: 15–20cm shell length
Exercise: Outdoor grazing pen in summer, tortoise table indoors

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About the Hermann's Tortoise

Temperament

Placid, active, long-lived

Size

15–20cm shell length

Lifespan

50–90 years

Exercise needs

Outdoor grazing pen in summer, tortoise table indoors

Grooming

Weekly bathing, beak and nail checks

Best suited to

Committed families prepared for a lifetime pet

What to know before buying a Hermann's Tortoise in the UK

•Can outlive its owner — plan for succession
•Needs an Article 10 certificate when sold
•Diet is weeds and leafy greens, never fruit or pellets
•Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.

Hermann's Tortoise buying questions

How much do Hermann's Tortoise hatchlings cost in the UK?+

Hermann's Tortoise hatchlings typically sell for £150–£450 in the UK. Captive-bred, microchipped adults with paperwork cost the most and are the safest purchase.

Do I need paperwork to buy a tortoise in the UK?+

Yes. Hermann's tortoises are CITES Annex A, so the seller must supply an Article 10 certificate. Buying without one is illegal.

Do tortoises hibernate?+

Healthy Hermann's tortoises hibernate for 8–16 weeks in a fridge or controlled cold space. Never hibernate an underweight or unwell tortoise.

Where can I find Hermann's Tortoise hatchlings for sale near me?+

The live adverts on this page come from breeders, private sellers and rescues across the UK. Filter by county or town to find hermann's tortoise close to you, and always view the animal in person before paying anything.