If you’re thinking of adding a musk turtle to your family, it’s important to learn about their needs to provide the best care possible. This guide will teach you everything you need to know about musk turtle care, from housing and feeding to handling and cleaning. We’ll also discuss some common problems that musk turtles…
Otherwise known as Yellow Margined box turtles and Golden-headed box turtles, the Chinese box turtles are one of the highly sought-after breeds among professional keepers. But getting one of these rare turtles is one thing and knowing how to take care of them is another. Not to mention, if you are looking to keep Chinese…
The painted turtle is one of the most prevalent species of wild turtle found in the United States. Their behaviors are comparable with cooters and sliders. It has dark green or black skin with red or yellow stripes and a red or yellow plastron. However, taking care of painted turtles involves significant responsibility. It is…
Chinese softshell turtle,an amazing creature which is found mainly in rivers,canals,lakes, breeks with slow currents etc. But one can have Chinese Softshell Turtles as pets too. However, care of Chinese Softshell Turtles isn’t quite an easy task. Beginners should not keep them as they need much care and housing properly. Chinese softshell turtles are very…
Can red eared slider care be difficult? It is pretty easy. With proper habitat and diet, you can easily take care of them. To take care of the red-eared slider, you need to provide them nutritious food, take care of their health, provide them with a safe and clean aquarium, good mates, recommended supplies, resolve…
Have you ever seen a Reeve turtle? If you haven’t, you’re in for absolute pleasure. These age-old animals are some of the most charming and unique creatures in the animal kingdom. The unique morphology of this species is matched only by its intelligence. A Reeves turtle is an excellent choice if you’re considering adding a…
The African helmeted turtle is a semi-aquatic unique breed of turtle that is majorly found in Africa, just as the name posits. You’d find this animal in some African countries like Ghana, Yemen, Sudan, Madagascar and Cape Town. This beautiful turtle is found in deep water bodies of both fresh and stagnant water (like lakes,…
Small turtles are adorable among pet owners. But more importantly, they’re highly affordable and easy to maintain. They take up small space, making them ideal for apartments or bedrooms. This is unlike some species that tend to grow into big sizes in adulthood and becomes more demanding to manage that their owners wish they could…
There are 5 softshell turtles in the US. These turtle species are so named due to their soft shells. They lack hard shells, with bony plating and scutes found in other turtles. Though they may differ in physical appearance, these softshells share many characteristics and be various. Most of them are found in freshwater bodies…
There are two species of snapping turtles namely the alligator snapping turtle and the common snapping turtle. While the former is labeled as a vulnerable species, the latter is of the least concern and is widely distributed across all 50 states. Alligator snapping turtles are also bigger compared to common snapping turtles. However, both animals…