How do I get my Turtles to reproduce?
Q. I have two turtles and I now how to take care of them, but last time my turtles had babys, I wasnt shure how it happened! And i would like to have another turtle family! Help, turtle lover!
Asked by jarccaukia - Tue Jul 22 07:07:49 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here's a web page that shows you how to prepare turtles for breeding.
Answered by Kuro - Tue Jul 22 08:48:22 2008
Q. I have two turtles and I now how to take care of them, but last time my turtles had babys, I wasnt shure how it happened! And i would like to have another turtle family! Help, turtle lover!
Asked by jarccaukia - Tue Jul 22 07:07:49 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here's a web page that shows you how to prepare turtles for breeding.
Answered by Kuro - Tue Jul 22 08:48:22 2008
How can I "teach" my turtles to eat something else expect meat?
Q. I have two Red eared sliders.My turtles does not want to vegetables and vitamines.The only things that thay eat are:turtle food(that i buy in apet shop),some meat , and such stuff.How can i show them or better said what can i do that they start to eat other things? And there is one more question :how to know how old are my turtles(the shield of one turtle is 12cm and from the other 13cm ; both are males?
Asked by nela_sirt - Sat Feb 16 12:11:08 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You have to wait them out. Turtles can go months without eating. Keep offering the veggies, eventually they will eat it. All turtles grow differently, unfortunately the only way to tell age accurately is to know their hatch date.
Answered by Julia F - Sat Feb 16 18:14:42 2008
Q. I have two Red eared sliders.My turtles does not want to vegetables and vitamines.The only things that thay eat are:turtle food(that i buy in apet shop),some meat , and such stuff.How can i show them or better said what can i do that they start to eat other things? And there is one more question :how to know how old are my turtles(the shield of one turtle is 12cm and from the other 13cm ; both are males?
Asked by nela_sirt - Sat Feb 16 12:11:08 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You have to wait them out. Turtles can go months without eating. Keep offering the veggies, eventually they will eat it. All turtles grow differently, unfortunately the only way to tell age accurately is to know their hatch date.
Answered by Julia F - Sat Feb 16 18:14:42 2008
How do you block off aquarium heaters from turtles?
Q. My turtle is a 1.75" red-eared slider hatchling. I never had a heater in the summer because the water stayed warm, but now it's too cold. What type of heater should I get? I've also heard a lot of stories about turtles getting burned from the heaters, so how do you block them off from turtles with them still able to heat the water?
Asked by Gina - Fri Jan 11 21:32:46 2008 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Depending on the size of your tank would tell you what size of heater to get. They come in specific sizes for tanks. Their are also special covers for the specific reason of keeping your pet from being burned. Its a mesh with suction cups. You should be able to find it at Petsmart or Petco.
Answered by Nat - Fri Jan 11 22:24:23 2008
Q. My turtle is a 1.75" red-eared slider hatchling. I never had a heater in the summer because the water stayed warm, but now it's too cold. What type of heater should I get? I've also heard a lot of stories about turtles getting burned from the heaters, so how do you block them off from turtles with them still able to heat the water?
Asked by Gina - Fri Jan 11 21:32:46 2008 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Depending on the size of your tank would tell you what size of heater to get. They come in specific sizes for tanks. Their are also special covers for the specific reason of keeping your pet from being burned. Its a mesh with suction cups. You should be able to find it at Petsmart or Petco.
Answered by Nat - Fri Jan 11 22:24:23 2008
Can we put common map turtles with fish in the same tank?
Q. I bought some turtles for the kids in China Town, NY and end up putting them in the same tank with the Fish. I got a nice turtle dock, but I notice that the turtles snaps at the Underwater frogs. Is it safe to put the turtles in the same tank or should they be separated?
Asked by A.J. - Sun Sep 2 10:37:12 2007 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Well usually turtles will eat anything put with them, snails, crabs, fish whatever regardless of size. If you treasure the fish, get another tank for the turtles. However, those turtles from China Town come from cruel conditions and are sometimes illegally sold. Turtles require ten gallons per inch of shell and need a water heater, filter, dock, two light fixtures, a 5.0 UVB bulb, and a heat bulb. But what concerns me the most is that they are in a fish tank which means you have gravel in there. Turtles will eat gravel and die and also it'll make your tank disgusting. Turtles need a filter 3x the size of the tank so really you probably don't have the correct needs down and need to evaluate their situation. This is an ok setup..see the… [cont.]
Answered by Adam - Sun Sep 2 12:32:44 2007
Q. I bought some turtles for the kids in China Town, NY and end up putting them in the same tank with the Fish. I got a nice turtle dock, but I notice that the turtles snaps at the Underwater frogs. Is it safe to put the turtles in the same tank or should they be separated?
Asked by A.J. - Sun Sep 2 10:37:12 2007 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Well usually turtles will eat anything put with them, snails, crabs, fish whatever regardless of size. If you treasure the fish, get another tank for the turtles. However, those turtles from China Town come from cruel conditions and are sometimes illegally sold. Turtles require ten gallons per inch of shell and need a water heater, filter, dock, two light fixtures, a 5.0 UVB bulb, and a heat bulb. But what concerns me the most is that they are in a fish tank which means you have gravel in there. Turtles will eat gravel and die and also it'll make your tank disgusting. Turtles need a filter 3x the size of the tank so really you probably don't have the correct needs down and need to evaluate their situation. This is an ok setup..see the… [cont.]
Answered by Adam - Sun Sep 2 12:32:44 2007
How did Crocodiles and Turtles survive dinosaur extinction?
Q. How do you think that alligators, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises and other animals survived the disaster that killed off the other dinosaurs?
Asked by Aaron - Thu Jun 18 22:38:22 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The key thing to understand is lots of other animals and plants did die out at the same time as dinosaurs. Basically what we know is that about 65 million years ago, all large and medium-sized land animals (which of course includes dinosaurs), and tons of marine animals (such as the marine reptiles - Plesiosaurus, etc. - as well as animals such as Ammonites), and lots of plants and small animals (including many varieties of birds for example) all seem to have died out quite suddenly. More info at We don't really know why this happened, but the two main hypotheses are an asteroid impact or volcanic activity or some combination of both. The evidence for an asteroid impact is a layer of iridium (which comes from asteroids) found all over… [cont.]
Answered by Sunil T - Fri Jun 19 04:59:04 2009
Q. How do you think that alligators, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises and other animals survived the disaster that killed off the other dinosaurs?
Asked by Aaron - Thu Jun 18 22:38:22 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The key thing to understand is lots of other animals and plants did die out at the same time as dinosaurs. Basically what we know is that about 65 million years ago, all large and medium-sized land animals (which of course includes dinosaurs), and tons of marine animals (such as the marine reptiles - Plesiosaurus, etc. - as well as animals such as Ammonites), and lots of plants and small animals (including many varieties of birds for example) all seem to have died out quite suddenly. More info at We don't really know why this happened, but the two main hypotheses are an asteroid impact or volcanic activity or some combination of both. The evidence for an asteroid impact is a layer of iridium (which comes from asteroids) found all over… [cont.]
Answered by Sunil T - Fri Jun 19 04:59:04 2009
What kind of turtles make good pets?
Q. We are thinking of getting a new pet and it looks like we are planning on a turtle. Do any of you have any suggestions for a family that's never had turtles?
Asked by musicbethefruitoflove - Tue Apr 28 20:46:09 2009 - - 19 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My suggestion for someone who has Never had a turtle is to READ absolutely everything you can get your hands on before you decide on this. Some things you should know. 1) turtles will learn to recognize you, but will Never Be cuddly, lap sitting pets. 2) a turtle is a life long commitment for you and your children. Most species live 30 years or longer. 100 years or more is not uncommon. 3) The cost of the turtle is not the worst thing. The set up to properly care for a turtle can run to the thousands of dollars. The small 4 inch turtle you bring home from the store is Not going to stay that way. Research Any Species you think about taking home. Just like you would before you buy a new car.. your going to have the turtle MUCH… [cont.]
Answered by My turtle "Rock" - Tue Apr 28 21:12:27 2009
Q. We are thinking of getting a new pet and it looks like we are planning on a turtle. Do any of you have any suggestions for a family that's never had turtles?
Asked by musicbethefruitoflove - Tue Apr 28 20:46:09 2009 - - 19 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My suggestion for someone who has Never had a turtle is to READ absolutely everything you can get your hands on before you decide on this. Some things you should know. 1) turtles will learn to recognize you, but will Never Be cuddly, lap sitting pets. 2) a turtle is a life long commitment for you and your children. Most species live 30 years or longer. 100 years or more is not uncommon. 3) The cost of the turtle is not the worst thing. The set up to properly care for a turtle can run to the thousands of dollars. The small 4 inch turtle you bring home from the store is Not going to stay that way. Research Any Species you think about taking home. Just like you would before you buy a new car.. your going to have the turtle MUCH… [cont.]
Answered by My turtle "Rock" - Tue Apr 28 21:12:27 2009
How do I get rid of turtles in my fishing pond?
Q. The pond is about 100 yards long and 50 yards wide. It is 6-8 feet deep and has bass and perch in it but it is infested with fish eating turtles.
Asked by joseph b - Sun Sep 7 16:08:45 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you know where the turtles like to bask, build a trap that you can place in the water. You can google around for the best ways to make one, but a quick and easy summary is that you'll need four 2" PVC pipes (about 2 feet long) with 90 degree connections to make a square. After you build that, use some chicken wire to build a cube to place underneath the PVC contraption and secure it with zip ties. Add pieces of wire on the outside so they have a ramp to climb on to the PVC pipe. Now you have a floating trap that is open on the top and enclosed on the sides and bottom by chicken wire. Place the trap where the turtles hang out, eventually they will climb aboard to bask in the sun, when they are startled or decide to plop back into… [cont.]
Answered by Alex - Sun Sep 7 16:40:29 2008
Q. The pond is about 100 yards long and 50 yards wide. It is 6-8 feet deep and has bass and perch in it but it is infested with fish eating turtles.
Asked by joseph b - Sun Sep 7 16:08:45 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you know where the turtles like to bask, build a trap that you can place in the water. You can google around for the best ways to make one, but a quick and easy summary is that you'll need four 2" PVC pipes (about 2 feet long) with 90 degree connections to make a square. After you build that, use some chicken wire to build a cube to place underneath the PVC contraption and secure it with zip ties. Add pieces of wire on the outside so they have a ramp to climb on to the PVC pipe. Now you have a floating trap that is open on the top and enclosed on the sides and bottom by chicken wire. Place the trap where the turtles hang out, eventually they will climb aboard to bask in the sun, when they are startled or decide to plop back into… [cont.]
Answered by Alex - Sun Sep 7 16:40:29 2008
Where could we buy a system to digitally track box turtles in our back yard?
Q. We would like to know how to mark these turtles with a tracker system that would tell us where they are. We used to mark these turtle's shell with a sharpie mark, or fingernail polish, but it would come off.
Asked by jopieguy - Mon Apr 28 18:22:08 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I dont know, but i think you have to have a license to do it but i dont k ow that either. also when you do find out let me know cause ide love to do it my e-mail is brockitis91@yahoo.com...w uth kind of box turtles are you trying to track?
Answered by Tyler B - Mon Apr 28 18:28:36 2008
Q. We would like to know how to mark these turtles with a tracker system that would tell us where they are. We used to mark these turtle's shell with a sharpie mark, or fingernail polish, but it would come off.
Asked by jopieguy - Mon Apr 28 18:22:08 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I dont know, but i think you have to have a license to do it but i dont k ow that either. also when you do find out let me know cause ide love to do it my e-mail is brockitis91@yahoo.com...w uth kind of box turtles are you trying to track?
Answered by Tyler B - Mon Apr 28 18:28:36 2008
What do turtles do during the winter?
Q. They don't hibernate do they? Me and my roommate are having an argument as to whether turtles hibernate or not.
Asked by LadySingsTheBlues - Sun Dec 9 20:33:51 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yes turtles hibernate.they bury themselves in a hole close to the surface and hide in their shells
Answered by LiiBsTaHh - Sun Dec 9 20:38:27 2007
Q. They don't hibernate do they? Me and my roommate are having an argument as to whether turtles hibernate or not.
Asked by LadySingsTheBlues - Sun Dec 9 20:33:51 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yes turtles hibernate.they bury themselves in a hole close to the surface and hide in their shells
Answered by LiiBsTaHh - Sun Dec 9 20:38:27 2007
How can i make an aqurarium with red paint turtles in it?
Q. i have two paint turtles who are about 3 inches wide and 3 1/2 inches long, what kind of fish can i put in with them? how deep must the water be?
Asked by paige_squirrel_goddess - Mon Mar 12 13:28:36 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Your tank should be no smaller than 10 gallons per inch of turtle so in your case you would want to get at least a 50 to 60 gal. tank. If you could go larger, it will be better though since your turtles will continue to grow. The tank should be full with rocks and stuff and live plants for them to sit on and hide in, you should also have a turtle dock or some way for them to get completely out of the water. They need to be able to get out and dry off if they want and you should have a uvb/uva light over this area since turtles are cold blooded and get their heat from outside sources. You need to provide a light that will provide both uva and uvb since the turtle needs this light to grow, they need the uvb which is most like the sun to help… [cont.]
Answered by Kellie~Baby - Mon Mar 12 13:39:52 2007
Q. i have two paint turtles who are about 3 inches wide and 3 1/2 inches long, what kind of fish can i put in with them? how deep must the water be?
Asked by paige_squirrel_goddess - Mon Mar 12 13:28:36 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Your tank should be no smaller than 10 gallons per inch of turtle so in your case you would want to get at least a 50 to 60 gal. tank. If you could go larger, it will be better though since your turtles will continue to grow. The tank should be full with rocks and stuff and live plants for them to sit on and hide in, you should also have a turtle dock or some way for them to get completely out of the water. They need to be able to get out and dry off if they want and you should have a uvb/uva light over this area since turtles are cold blooded and get their heat from outside sources. You need to provide a light that will provide both uva and uvb since the turtle needs this light to grow, they need the uvb which is most like the sun to help… [cont.]
Answered by Kellie~Baby - Mon Mar 12 13:39:52 2007
What are some better foods for my baby musk turtles besides pellets?
Q. I have two musk turtles, a razor back, and a stink pot musk. They are so cute. I have had them for about 8 months now. They are just a little bigger than the size of a quarter. What else can I feed them besides the hatchling pellets, and freeze dried blood worms?? I want to keep them as healthy as possible.
Asked by leeshi53 - Sat Oct 25 02:38:40 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Pellets actually are a great source of stable food if your turtles actually eat them. They are very well balanced and don't really need to be rotated with anything else unless you want to give them a little treat. If your turtles eat the pellets, definitely stick with them. Show us your turtles here! It is a great pet community where everyone shares pictures, advice, and everything like that. There are some real experts on there so you can ask them your pet questions there.
Answered by Question Everything - Sat Oct 25 02:42:24 2008
Q. I have two musk turtles, a razor back, and a stink pot musk. They are so cute. I have had them for about 8 months now. They are just a little bigger than the size of a quarter. What else can I feed them besides the hatchling pellets, and freeze dried blood worms?? I want to keep them as healthy as possible.
Asked by leeshi53 - Sat Oct 25 02:38:40 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Pellets actually are a great source of stable food if your turtles actually eat them. They are very well balanced and don't really need to be rotated with anything else unless you want to give them a little treat. If your turtles eat the pellets, definitely stick with them. Show us your turtles here! It is a great pet community where everyone shares pictures, advice, and everything like that. There are some real experts on there so you can ask them your pet questions there.
Answered by Question Everything - Sat Oct 25 02:42:24 2008
How old do Turtles have to be until they can move into an outdoor pond?
Q. I'm thinking of getting two turtles and wondering how old they will be when I can move them into an outdoor pond?
Asked by Matt - Tue Jun 2 22:45:28 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well it isn't so much a matter of age as it is knowing what the other conditions are. If the pond is well suited to the turtles, appropriate depth, temperature, water quality and predator proofing, sufficient food and basking areas even a hatchling turtle (aquatic) could safely be placed in it. The thing to do is research a bit on various turtles and there needs. If that seems a bit overwhelming I can give you specififc recommendations and options if you post the following: # of gallons Water is the pond constructed of where are you located (temp cycles and seasons matter a lot) city and state is plenty - no address info please filtration other pond inhabitants predator control - is the pond fenced? to keep other animals out and the… [cont.]
Answered by Nora - Wed Jun 3 08:24:04 2009
Q. I'm thinking of getting two turtles and wondering how old they will be when I can move them into an outdoor pond?
Asked by Matt - Tue Jun 2 22:45:28 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well it isn't so much a matter of age as it is knowing what the other conditions are. If the pond is well suited to the turtles, appropriate depth, temperature, water quality and predator proofing, sufficient food and basking areas even a hatchling turtle (aquatic) could safely be placed in it. The thing to do is research a bit on various turtles and there needs. If that seems a bit overwhelming I can give you specififc recommendations and options if you post the following: # of gallons Water is the pond constructed of where are you located (temp cycles and seasons matter a lot) city and state is plenty - no address info please filtration other pond inhabitants predator control - is the pond fenced? to keep other animals out and the… [cont.]
Answered by Nora - Wed Jun 3 08:24:04 2009
Can you put turtles and fish in the same tank?
Q. My mom wants a fish tank with some animals, like snails, fish, and a turtle. I know you can put snails and fish in the same tank, but what about turtles? Would a turtle need a seperate tank? I don't mind the turtles eating fish, I was just wondering if they could be kept together is all. We don't plan on keeping tropical fish with the turtle. Just regular fish you'd find at petsmart you know? Also, if they turtle was to eat the snail would that hurt the turtle?
Asked by unknown - Sun May 11 22:04:41 2008 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I know this from experience dont put your turtle with the fish, or you will be missing snails, and fish by morning. I have 5 red eared sliders, and they love fish. They ate all the fish that was in my tank so I started feeding them feeders as a treat. They got big quick. They came from Myrtle Beach , they were the size of a quarter, now they are the size of my fist. so, I would use separate tanks. You will love them (turtles) if you get some. They are so cool to watch!
Answered by michelle b - Sun May 11 23:17:27 2008
Q. My mom wants a fish tank with some animals, like snails, fish, and a turtle. I know you can put snails and fish in the same tank, but what about turtles? Would a turtle need a seperate tank? I don't mind the turtles eating fish, I was just wondering if they could be kept together is all. We don't plan on keeping tropical fish with the turtle. Just regular fish you'd find at petsmart you know? Also, if they turtle was to eat the snail would that hurt the turtle?
Asked by unknown - Sun May 11 22:04:41 2008 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I know this from experience dont put your turtle with the fish, or you will be missing snails, and fish by morning. I have 5 red eared sliders, and they love fish. They ate all the fish that was in my tank so I started feeding them feeders as a treat. They got big quick. They came from Myrtle Beach , they were the size of a quarter, now they are the size of my fist. so, I would use separate tanks. You will love them (turtles) if you get some. They are so cool to watch!
Answered by michelle b - Sun May 11 23:17:27 2008
what should i do with my pet turtles that i cant have anymore?
Q. my youngest brother bought turtles but he really doesnt take care of them and me and my parents know that they are getting too big for the tank and that we are wasting too much money on them. what should i do with the turtles. should i put them in a man made lake or do i sell. if i should sell them, where should i sell them.
Asked by calrain07 - Tue Dec 19 20:57:58 2006 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. you can turn them loose and they will adapt (revert) to the wild in about 10 minutes! But you cant do it now with winter upon us you will have to wait for spring Good Luck
Answered by Loollea - Wed Dec 20 04:10:03 2006
Q. my youngest brother bought turtles but he really doesnt take care of them and me and my parents know that they are getting too big for the tank and that we are wasting too much money on them. what should i do with the turtles. should i put them in a man made lake or do i sell. if i should sell them, where should i sell them.
Asked by calrain07 - Tue Dec 19 20:57:58 2006 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. you can turn them loose and they will adapt (revert) to the wild in about 10 minutes! But you cant do it now with winter upon us you will have to wait for spring Good Luck
Answered by Loollea - Wed Dec 20 04:10:03 2006
How do I set up an outdoor pond for my turtles?
Q. I have 3 red eared slider turtles, approx a year and a half old. They are growing quickly and I wanted to create an outdoor pond environment for them. I live in the panhandle of Florida. How do i set it up? What is required? Do I build a wall around the pond? Will I have to worry about predators, like hawks and racoons? How do I provide a safe environment for my kids' pets but reclaim my living room from the massive aquarium?
Asked by ladycinnamon13 - Thu Apr 6 09:41:03 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. A few different elements come into play: 1. The basic pond is constructed like any other. As long as it is large enough and has at least something they can crawl out on, it will be OK. 2. Cleanliness is an issue- turtles are really, really messy eaters and will fould a small pond quickly. Stocking it as a balanced environment will help but you probably want to include a way to easily drain and clean it. 3. Predators will be a big concern unless it is a really big pond with a really deep part. Racoons, skinks, and dogs will be the biggest worries. You also have some concerns with other animals coming to live in the pond. 4. One option that works for a lot of people is an above ground 'raised pool' feature- build a sturdy wall, fill the… [cont.]
Answered by Madkins007 - Thu Apr 6 14:24:53 2006
Q. I have 3 red eared slider turtles, approx a year and a half old. They are growing quickly and I wanted to create an outdoor pond environment for them. I live in the panhandle of Florida. How do i set it up? What is required? Do I build a wall around the pond? Will I have to worry about predators, like hawks and racoons? How do I provide a safe environment for my kids' pets but reclaim my living room from the massive aquarium?
Asked by ladycinnamon13 - Thu Apr 6 09:41:03 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. A few different elements come into play: 1. The basic pond is constructed like any other. As long as it is large enough and has at least something they can crawl out on, it will be OK. 2. Cleanliness is an issue- turtles are really, really messy eaters and will fould a small pond quickly. Stocking it as a balanced environment will help but you probably want to include a way to easily drain and clean it. 3. Predators will be a big concern unless it is a really big pond with a really deep part. Racoons, skinks, and dogs will be the biggest worries. You also have some concerns with other animals coming to live in the pond. 4. One option that works for a lot of people is an above ground 'raised pool' feature- build a sturdy wall, fill the… [cont.]
Answered by Madkins007 - Thu Apr 6 14:24:53 2006
How can I find a home for my Florida Box Turtles?
Q. I live in southern Florida and due to time constraints are not able to care for four Florida Box Turtles I keep enclosed in my back yard. i will not sell them to just anyone (Not to mention its illegal to sell them) and won't set them free (WIll die in the wild). Are there any services or zoo's or anywhere I can give them to?
Asked by stratmantigers - Sun Apr 13 02:14:50 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here's a very nice place that rescues turtles,right in your area.
Answered by Dances With Woofs! - Sun Apr 13 02:24:04 2008
Q. I live in southern Florida and due to time constraints are not able to care for four Florida Box Turtles I keep enclosed in my back yard. i will not sell them to just anyone (Not to mention its illegal to sell them) and won't set them free (WIll die in the wild). Are there any services or zoo's or anywhere I can give them to?
Asked by stratmantigers - Sun Apr 13 02:14:50 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here's a very nice place that rescues turtles,right in your area.
Answered by Dances With Woofs! - Sun Apr 13 02:24:04 2008
How do you let turtles live in an outdoor pond?
Q. I have an outdoor plastic pond that's in the ground. I have 2 turtles that have out grown their aqarium inside. I know they like to come out of the water sometimes and I had a plastic mound in the aqarium . But now they are in the pond outside I can't figure out how to get them out of the water without them escaping off the side. I'll take any suggestions! thanks
Asked by keith g - Thu May 22 14:24:55 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My husband built a frame around the pond and covered it with mesh wire. Hebuilt a small door to allow access to feed and clean. He left enough space around the pond area...like 2 feet to allow them a basking area. We placed it in a semi-sunny area of the yard along with a good filtering system by Pondmaster. Depending on your climate you may or may not need a heater.
Answered by hcl222000 - Thu May 22 15:04:23 2008
Q. I have an outdoor plastic pond that's in the ground. I have 2 turtles that have out grown their aqarium inside. I know they like to come out of the water sometimes and I had a plastic mound in the aqarium . But now they are in the pond outside I can't figure out how to get them out of the water without them escaping off the side. I'll take any suggestions! thanks
Asked by keith g - Thu May 22 14:24:55 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My husband built a frame around the pond and covered it with mesh wire. Hebuilt a small door to allow access to feed and clean. He left enough space around the pond area...like 2 feet to allow them a basking area. We placed it in a semi-sunny area of the yard along with a good filtering system by Pondmaster. Depending on your climate you may or may not need a heater.
Answered by hcl222000 - Thu May 22 15:04:23 2008
How do I know the sexes of my two common snapping turtles?
Q. I have two common snapping turtles, about 1year old both, but one is bigger than the other, but they're still pretty small. How do I know what sex they are?
Asked by Kristen G - Mon Aug 6 00:24:42 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The male will have a concaved belly/shell. Female belly is flat.
Answered by Rusty Fishhook - Mon Aug 6 00:32:13 2007
Q. I have two common snapping turtles, about 1year old both, but one is bigger than the other, but they're still pretty small. How do I know what sex they are?
Asked by Kristen G - Mon Aug 6 00:24:42 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The male will have a concaved belly/shell. Female belly is flat.
Answered by Rusty Fishhook - Mon Aug 6 00:32:13 2007
What do I do with my red eared slider outdoor water turtles in the winter?
Q. I have 2 red eared slider water turtles in my outdoor pond. It's getting cold outside and I don't know what to do with them. What sort of indoor habitat do I create to keep them healthy and happy?
Asked by sammiefrank - Mon Oct 30 15:14:18 2006 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hibernation Hibernation is a torpid period for the Red Ear Slider that occurs during the winter months. It is not necessary to hibernate captive RES and is generally not recommended. When your turtles are kept indoors year-round, there is probably nothing to change. If you keep your RES outdoors, you will need to bring them inside if your area experiences cold winters. RES that do hibernate do so in the thick muddy bottoms of ponds that are several feet deep and have a large surface area. Since they do not surface for oxygen because it is absorbed through the membranes of the mouth, throat and cloaca, well oxygenated water is a necessity. Most artificial and pre-formed ponds do not offer sufficient depth or conditions to achieve proper… [cont.]
Answered by sibohan2004 - Mon Oct 30 15:24:31 2006
Q. I have 2 red eared slider water turtles in my outdoor pond. It's getting cold outside and I don't know what to do with them. What sort of indoor habitat do I create to keep them healthy and happy?
Asked by sammiefrank - Mon Oct 30 15:14:18 2006 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hibernation Hibernation is a torpid period for the Red Ear Slider that occurs during the winter months. It is not necessary to hibernate captive RES and is generally not recommended. When your turtles are kept indoors year-round, there is probably nothing to change. If you keep your RES outdoors, you will need to bring them inside if your area experiences cold winters. RES that do hibernate do so in the thick muddy bottoms of ponds that are several feet deep and have a large surface area. Since they do not surface for oxygen because it is absorbed through the membranes of the mouth, throat and cloaca, well oxygenated water is a necessity. Most artificial and pre-formed ponds do not offer sufficient depth or conditions to achieve proper… [cont.]
Answered by sibohan2004 - Mon Oct 30 15:24:31 2006
What is the significance of Turtles in Florence Italy?
Q. I can guess that turtles are a symbol since its use is very present but why is it a symbol? What is the story behind them?
Asked by Calico Jack - Thu Nov 13 15:46:48 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. its where the teenage mutant ninja turtles were born or hatched mark k
Answered by Mark K - Fri Nov 21 14:01:40 2008
Q. I can guess that turtles are a symbol since its use is very present but why is it a symbol? What is the story behind them?
Asked by Calico Jack - Thu Nov 13 15:46:48 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. its where the teenage mutant ninja turtles were born or hatched mark k
Answered by Mark K - Fri Nov 21 14:01:40 2008
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