Sepia bones (also known as cuttle bones) are internal structures found in cuttlefish. They are composed of calcium carbonate, and are a natural way to easily provide calcium to a wide variety of animals, including birds, turtles and tortoises, and even invertebrates such as isopods and hermit crabs.
Since these are natural products, size and shape will vary. Each will measure ~3.5 - 6" long, 1.5 - 2.5" wide.
- Excellent source of calcium
- Floats - ideal for aquatic turtles
- Helps trim beaks in tortoises, turtles and terrapins
- Suitable for all types of lizards
How to Use: For birds, suspend the sepia bone in the cage, off of the enclosure floor. Dispose of if it becomes soiled.
For turtles, tortoises, and invertebrates, place the sepia bone (or a fragment of it) on the surface of the substrate. The animal will find and consume the sepia bone as needed. If the sepia bone becomes discolored or develops a foul smell or growth, replace immediately.
Warning: Not for human consumption
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