Turtle basicsMy Turtle's Shell Looks Dry - What You Need To Know
If your turtle's shell looks dry, it's probably because of one of these three reasons. And fortunately, they are all easy fixes!
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Food & nutritionWhat to Feed Turtles in a Pond?
With pellets accounting for around 25% of the diet, the remainder of the diet should include some of the following things below
Habitat & gearThe Best Substrate for Box Turtles in the World
The best substrates for box turtles are Coconut Fiber Substrate, Organic soil, and Sphagnum moss.
Habitat & gearRed-eared Slider Lighting Requirements
Unless your slider is in an outdoor pond, it will need artificial light. This is what you need to know about red-eared slider lighting requirements.
Habitat & gearCan Turtles Live in Tap Water? Will it Kill Them?
No, using untreated tap water will not kill your turtle, especially if you only do it once. However, over time it can lead to stress, inflammation, and respiratory illness.
Habitat & gearAquatic Turtle Care for Beginners
The key to caring for an aquatic turtle is having the right equipment and setup, feeding, daily check-ins, and occasional cleaning.
Habitat & gearThe Best Red Eared Slider Tank in the World
The best tank for your Red-Eared Slider is the Aqueon glass tank. It comes in a wide range of sizes, and is very affordable.
Habitat & gearPlants for Desert Tortoise Enclosure
Are you wondering what plants you should get for a desert tortoise enclosure? Are you wondering if aloe very can be fed to your
SpeciesHow to Tell What Painted Turtle Species You Have
Painted turtles are one of the most popular species of turtle in the world. Here's how to identify what type of painted turtle you have.
Health & behaviorHow to Tell if My Red-Eared Slider is Sick?
The most common signs that a red-eared slider is sick are loss of appetite, lethargy, swollen eyes, discharge on the face, diarrhea, breathing problems, and any other big changes in behavior.