Category Archives for "Box Turtles"

How to Set up an Indoor Box Turtle Enclosure

Want to set up an indoor box turtle enclosure? Chances are you’re going to make a mistake. Don’t worry though! I’ll teach you how to avoid it.

Just What Is The Best Box Turtle Aquarium Size?

For a big chunk of the turtle hobbyist population, the minimum size of an indoor enclosure should be 3 feet long with a width of at least 1 foot. For outdoor enclosures, a length and width of both 4 feet is standard minimum practice.

The Startling Truth Why Your Box Turtle is Digging

Box turtles, like all turtle species, love to dig, burrow and cover themselves up in dirt and mud. In this article, I will explain all the many reasons why your box turtle is digging. 

The Best Substrate for Box Turtles in the World

Box turtles live mostly on land and need the proper bedding material. These substrates are what I would recommend as the best substrate for box turtles. 

Can Box Turtles Swim? The Revealing Truth.

Box turtles are primarily terrestrial, which means that they spend the majority of their time living on land as opposed to water. Does that mean they can’t swim? Here’s what I have found out.