Good afternoon meshers did you know that Tortoise hates black???, ,Tortoises have an instinctive aversion to the color black. This is likely due to their association of dark colors, particularly black, with potential predators. Many of their natural predators, such as birds and snakes, have dark-colored feathers or scales. Over time, tortoises have evolved to recognize dark colors as a threat and react defensively. This instinctual response can manifest in various ways, from simply retreating to more aggressive behaviors like biting or ramming.