Does a red eared slider need to be in water?
turtleholic If you recently acquired a red-eared slider or plan on getting one, you’ve probably heard that they are semi-aquatic. You might be wondering whether or not this means they need…
How Do I Clean a Turtle Tank: Step by Step Guide
When you have a pet turtle, one of the most time intensive tasks will be cleaning their tank. In today's blog, I will give you a step by step guide…
Turtle Care Mistakes: Most popular things people do wrong
While taking care of a turtle isn't the hardest thing in the world, there are certainly a lot of mistakes that can be made. In today's article, I'll dive into…
Algae in Turtle Tank: Causes and How to Prevent
Algae in Turtle Tank When it comes to turtle tank maintenance, one of the hardest jobs is controlling algae growth. Algae can cause your water to become a nasty green…
Indoor and Outdoor Tortoise Heaters
Tortoise Heater One of the most important components of a tortoise’s ecosystem is the temperature. Since most tortoises come from warm environments, it’ important to emulate their natural habitat in…
How to Find a Lost Tortoise (step-by-step)
It can be a very stressful experience when you lose your pet tortoise. The key is to stay calm and act fast. In today’s article, I will break down step…
How Much Sand do You Need for a 75 Gallon Tank?
If you are planning on adding sand to your tank, it’s important that you know how much you need. Obviously, the amount of sand you’ll need will depend on the…
Aquatic Turtle Care for Beginners
If you plan on keeping an aquatic turtle as a pet, it’s important to understand all of the care requirements. While it might seem like a lot of work, the…
Desert Tortoise Enclosure: Requirements and Ideas
The desert tortoise is one of the most popular species of tortoises that are kept as pets. They are relatively active and tend to have playful personalities. If you want…
DIY Turtle Basking Area Ideas
If you want to get creative for your turtle's basking area, there are plenty of different ways to make one by yourself. Not only will it be a fun craft…