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Why is My Turtle Eating Rocks? This is the Reason

If your turtle is eating rocks, you’ve got some really serious problems on your hands. Here’s why they eat them, and what you can and should do about it if it happens. 

How Often Do You Have to Clean a Turtle Tank?

If you own a turtle, you know that they are messy. They can quickly turn your clean tank into a muddy-mess. Here is how often to clean a turtle tank.

Is It True Turtles Actually Carry Deadly Salmonella?

Is it true that turtles carry salmonella? Unfortunately, just about all of them do. Here is what to do about it and how to protect yourself.

Do Turtles Have a Good Memory? This is Mind-Blowing.

An elephant’s memory can last a lifetime and a goldfish’s half a minute. But do turtles have a good memory? This is mind-blowing!

Why in the World do Turtles Pile on Top of Each Other?

If you have ever seen a group of turtles together you’ve probably seen them pile on each other. Why do they do this? The reason is actually quite simple.

Why is My Turtle Always Sleeping?

Turtles like to sleep a lot. But did you know that if your turtle is always sleeping, there may be something wrong with either your habitat or your turtle?

The Startling Truth Why Your Turtle is Always Hungry

Turtles seemingly have a bottomless pit for a stomach. It doesn’t matter how much food you give them, they will simply eat and eat. Here’s the reason why. 

Can You Drown a Turtle? The Startling Truth.

Everyone knows that turtles can hold their breath for a really, really long time. But can you drown a turtle? Here’s the startling answer. 

Why in the World is My Turtle’s Shell White?

If your turtle’s shell is white, don’t flip out just yet. The good news is that this is pretty common. The better news is that it’s pretty easy to fix.

How Much (and how often) to Feed a Turtle?

Your turtle keeps begging, and you keep feeding. Your head starts to wonder, “Just how much food should I feed my turtle?!” Here’s the answer.