If you have a turtle tank, you know that algae can be a problem. Algae can make your tank look dirty and can be harmful to your turtles. There are some natural ways to get rid of algae and keep your turtle tank clean and safe. One way to control algae is to change the…
One day, a man was walking along a beach when he saw a turtle in the water. The man went over to the turtle and asked, “Excuse me, sir, but could you tell me how to keep my turtle pond clean?” The turtle looked at the man and said, “I’m afraid I don’t know. I’ve…
The best way to prevent and treat shell problems in sulcata tortoises is to provide a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D3, a basking area with full-spectrum UVB lighting, and access to clean, fresh water. As sulcata tortoises grow, their shells become harder and more difficult to crack. However, this does not mean that…
They eat them by biting into the jellyfish and then swallowing them whole. Turtles are unique creatures that are able to eat a wide variety of food items. One of the things that they enjoy eating are jellyfish. While it may seem like a strange food choice, turtles have a few adaptations that allow them…
The world’s smallest turtle is the speckled padloper (Homopus signatus), which is native to South Africa. There are many different species of turtles, and they come in all different sizes. The world’s smallest turtle is the speckled padloper tortoise. This little turtle only grows to be about 4 cm long and 2 cm wide. It…
A musk turtle’s diet consists of snails, insects, crayfish, and carrion. One day, a musk turtle was out walking and came across a field of delicious-looking strawberries. The turtle thought to itself, “What does a musk turtle eat? I don’t know, but I’m going to find out!” The turtle went on a journey to ask…
Incubating tortoise eggs at home can be a rewarding experience. Tortoises are interesting and unique creatures, and their eggs are delicate and require special care. Here are some tips on how to incubate tortoise eggs at home: 1. Choose a suitable incubator. There are many different types of incubators available, so do some research to…
In one study, researchers found that vitamin-A supplements helped turtles with shell deformities. What Are Vitamin-A Supplements For Turtles? Vitamin A supplements are important for turtles because they help prevent health problems associated with a lack of vitamin A, such as shell deformities, respiratory infections, and poor vision. A lack of vitamin A can also…
To take care of an eastern mud turtle, provide a habitat with a water area, land area, and hiding places, and offer a diet of live food. In the wild, eastern mud turtles spend most of their time in or near water, basking on logs or rocks when not foraging for food. They are highly…
One should feed their red eared slider approximately 10-12 pellets a day. A woman was out walking her dog one day when she noticed a turtle trying to cross the street. She stopped to help it, and when she saw that it was a red eared slider, she knew it needed to get to the…