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Why I Prefer Shopping at Chewy for My Turtle Food

I am frequently asked where I buy food for my turtle. When I first started out, I bought my tank from a local PetSmart, along with some decorations, food, UVB light, and a filter. While I was able to get started with just this material, I quickly realized that keeping a turtle happy and healthy […]

How Can Turtles Eat Jellyfish Without Getting Stung: Do Turtles Get High From Eating Jellyfish?

There is a post floating around on IMGUR that claims sea turtles can get high from eating jellyfish. The origins of this theory is a blast back to your childhood – Find Nemo. The post claims that Crush was “high” throughout the film due to chemicals in the jellyfish that he eats.  So let’s set […]

Can A Turtle Live Without a Shell: The Truth

By far, the most distinguishable part of a turtle is their shell. A turtle’s shell is classified into two regions. The carapace (which is the top part of the shell which is most visible), and the plastron (the bottom part of the shell which is underneath the turtle’s body). These two regions are connected to […]

Can Turtles Feel Their Shell?

Most people would agree that the shell is the most unique component of a turtle’s body. As such, many questions we are asked by our readers have to do with the shell and its origin and function. In today’s article, we are going to discuss if turtles can feel their shell, as well as how […]

Do Turtle Tanks Actually Need Air Pumps?

Air pumps are needed in fish aquariums, where they pump extra oxygen into the water. But do turtle tanks need them as well? Let’s find out!

Why Is My Turtle Aggressive? The Startling Truth!

If your turtle is behaving aggressively towards you it is most likely because it is either stressed or afraid. On the other hand, if you have a turtle acting aggressively towards other turtles, it is generally because of one of the following; cramped habitat space, competition over food, or a basking area, a mating ritual, or due to their aggressive nature.

Why Is My Turtle Losing Color? It’s Probably This.

Is your turtle losing color? Most of the time this is not only normal but natural. And sometimes it is the result of a few big, big mistakes!

My 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!

Just What Foods Are Bad For Turtles?

Some food, like chocolate, is horrible to give to turtles. However, other foods owners give are just as awful. So, just what foods are bad for turtles?

Why Is My Turtle Floating? The Startling Truth

The short and sweet of it is that if your turtle is listing, which means it is bobbing from side to side or tilted towards one side, and more importantly, is unable to submerge, the most likely culprit is a respiratory infection that is in the later, more serious stages of development.