Do you own a turtle and want to know more about its anatomy? Are you wondering if a turtle can feel a touch on its shell? Congrats, you found the right page for that. Turtles do feel even the lightest touch in their shell. However, there are some particularities that you must learn before trying …
Hey, are you the owner of a beautiful Red-Eared Slider turtle? Congrats! Now is the time for you to find out the lifespan of a Red-Eared Slider. This turtle can live up to 20 years in captivity. However, those who are living in wildness can get up to 70 years, isn’t that amazing? If you …
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Red-eared sliders make some of the best pets out of any turtle species. In fact, if you go into a pet shop or search the internet for the best turtle to have as a pet, the red-eared slider will probably be the first recommendation. Easily distinguishable by the distinctive yellow scutes around the outside of …
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Gopher Tortoises have lived in the American wilderness for so long that we might as well name these little fellas the original lone rangers. With shells that can reach up to 12 inches high, and an average length of 13 inches long they’re not hard to miss. They weigh between 10-12 pounds. Gopher Tortoises spend …
The African Sideneck Turtle is also known as the African mud turtle, and is one of the most popular types of turtles owned across the world. The African mud turtle is often confused as a terrestrial turtle, but this little creature is actually an aquatic turtle that requires an aquatic habitat. The African Sideneck Turtle gained …
All animals need sleep. Sleep is an essential function of life, it allows your body and mind to recharge, leaving you refreshed and alert when you wake. Good and healthy sleep helps the body stay healthy and reduces the possibility of disease or infection. Without decent sleep, the body and mind cannot function properly. Just like …
Some people may assume that a turtle’s shell will need to be cleaned regularly, but this is not always the case. If their enclosure is cleaned and maintained regularly, their shells will not require cleaning. If a turtle’s shell is unclean and needs a good scrubbing, this is usually a sign of an unhygienic habitat …
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Red-eared sliders also referred to as red-eared terrapins, are among one of the most popular turtles to keep as pets. They are medium to large-sized turtles that reside in freshwater. They belong to the larger family of semi-aquatic pond turtles known as Emydidae, and the species of Trachemys Scripta Elegans. In the wild, these turtles …
Turtles make awesome pets, but it isn’t always easy to determine the best species of turtle to keep as a pet. People have different expectations and requirements to owning turtles – some want a turtle with a long lifespan, some want a turtle that will stay small forever, some will want a turtle with a …
