Are Turtles Smart? Do Turtles Have Brains?
turtleholic Turtle Intelligence Do turtles have brains similar to humans and other animals? How complex are their brain capabilities? Are they trainable and able to solve problems? What about their ability…
Can Turtles See In The Dark?
Turtle Vision Have you ever wondered how a turtle's eyesight compares to you, a human being? Do you want to know if turtles have a favorite color? Since turtles live…
Smoking Around Turtles: Is It Harmful?
Are you worried that your lifestyle habits may be negatively impacting the overall health of your turtle? I am happy to share some advice on how turtles are able to…
Plants for Desert Tortoise Enclosure
One of the most robust tortoise/turtle species, the desert tortoise can live up to 80 years in the wild. Mostly found in the Southwest corner of the United States, the…
What Do You Feed a Snapping Turtle?
Snapping turtles are one of the most intriguing species of turtles. With their large size, and distinctive head that extends far out of their shell, they are usually very easy…
How Long Do Box Turtles Live in Captivity?
Are you thinking about buying a pet box turtle? One of your first questions is probably how long do pet box turtles usually live? How long do box turtles live…
How to tell if a turtle is pregnant?
Since turtles have hard shells covering the majority of their body, you might be wondering how you can tell if a turtle is pregnant. The truth is that it is…
How Long Can Red Eared Sliders Hold Their Breath?
When it comes to pet turtles, red eared sliders are by far the most popular. Red eared sliders are very resilient, and most can live up to 20 years in…
Where Do Turtles Go in the Winter?
As amphibians, turtles are one of the few species of vertebrates that are able to survive on both land and water. I get asked many questions about this topic, such…
How Hard Is A Turtle Shell?
A turtle’s shell is one of the more unique evolutionary traits when it comes to reptiles. Formed over millions of years, the shell provides an excellent defense mechanism against predators.…
