The problem with a rubbermaid 50g tub is that there isn't much space. If you had an aquarium with the same floor space, it would be just as bad.

If you had an aquarium with 8sq ft of space, it would be better.

The problem with an aquarium is that they are expensive, heavy, and generally have no floor space, which is what a tortoise needs. A lighter plastic or wooden enclosure would be easier to clean and maintain, and less like to break.

Find something larger than a rubbermaid 50g tub for an adult tortoise of any species. Kiddie pool, rubbermaid tub, large storage tub, watering trough, homemade wooden enclosure, etc.

A Hermanns is about the same size as a russian, so the space problem would be the same.

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