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How Fast do Turtles Walk?

If kindergarten taught us anything, then it’s the fact that turtles are slower than slow. In fact, these poor animals are often mocked due to their slow speed. But still, one might wonder if are turtles really that slow and how fast they can really walk? Well, we are here to answer your questions. How […]

Can Turtles Eat Meat?

Turtles are the ideal pets. They don’t cause any drama and do not require a lot of upkeep. You have to provide them with a suitable living environment and quality food, and they will be good to go. But even still, it can be challenging for many reasons. The process of choosing the right food […]

What to Feed Turtles in a Pond?

Pond turtles are omnivores, meaning they consume both both plants and animals. In today’s article, we are going to get into the specifics, and explain exactly what pond turtles eat. What do pond turtles eat? Pond turtle sliders (Trachemys scripta elegans) are one of the most common turtles kept as pets. They are tough turtles […]

How Long Does It Take For a Turtle to Grow?

Maybe you just got a new turtle, and you are wondering how long it will take for them to reach their full size. You may also want to know how to tell the age of a turtle. We will cover both of these questions in this article. How Long Does It Take For a Turtle […]

Can Turtles Flip Themselves Over?

We all know that turtles aren’t the most versatile or flexible creatures, but there are times when agility and mobility will save a turtle’s life. They will be turned upside down at some point. Can turtles flip themselves over? Yes, upside-down turtles will turn over, but each species of turtle has a unique shape, and […]

Turtle Mouth Open: What does it mean and should I be worried?

Turtle Mouth Open When you have a pet turtle, it is always best to monitor any changes in behavior. The sooner you spot something is off with your turtle, the healthier your turtle will be. In today’s article we will explain everything you need to know about why your turtle has their mouth open. Why […]

Do Turtles Eat Crickets

Do Turtles Eat Crickets If you have a pet turtle, or you are just generally interested in turtles, one of the first questions you probably have is about what they eat. In this article, we will go into detail about a turtle’s diet, and in particular about whether turtles eat crickets. Do turtles eat crickets […]

Why Do Turtles Move So Slow?

Why Do Turtles Move So Slow Arе turtles rеаllу that slow? Arе they thе ѕlоwеѕt bеіngѕ оn thе planet? You may have heard thеm referred tо аѕ “very ѕlоw” over thе уеаrѕ. You have also probably heard of the infamous the tortoise and the hare story. In today’s article, we will discuss exactly why turtles […]

How to Heal Turtle Shell?

If уоu аrе thіnkіng аbоut getting a реt turtlе оr tоrtоіѕе, fіrѕt take thе tіmе tо lеаrn аbоut what рrореr turtlе саrе іnvоlvеѕ. In this article, we will explain hоw tо tаkе care оf a turtlе shell, and also cover what you should do if your turtle has a cracked or rotting shell. Prореr аnd аdеԛuаtе […]

Why Is My Baby Turtle Not Eating?

Over the past few years, I have seen many pet owners asking, “Why is my baby turtle is not eating?” Almost every turtle owner has to deal with a similar situation at some point. For new owners, a two-week baby turtle refusing to eat can be very stressful. But, how do turtles survive so long […]