The red-eared slider (Trachemys scripta elegans) is one of the world’s most popular pet turtles. It is relatively cheap, has a small size, and is easy to maintain. Its appealing looks, including the characteristic red patch around its ear, further make it a favorite pet turtle for many folks in the U.S. and other parts…
Do you own a red-eared slider turtle or planning to get one? If yes, you might be curious about how long it will live. This is crucial to help you know how you’ll commit yourself to take care of it. So, what’s the lifespan of a red-eared slider as a pet? The red-eared slider life…
If you have a red-eared slider and don’t know how old it is, this guide is for you. Unless you know the exact date your turtle was hatched, knowing its age won’t be easy. However, you can easily estimate the age of your slider by inspecting specific its physical characteristics as well as behaviors. How…
Commercial basking docks aren’t a favorite for everyone and may not always work for some turtle tank setups. In this case, you can go the DIY way and build your own basking area from scratch. But how exactly do you make your own basking area that’s safe and comfortable for your red-eared slider? To create…
Is your red-eared eared slider skin turning pink? If yes, this guide is for you. Your turtle’s skin turning pink is something to be concerned about as it could be communicating something about your pet’s health status. Red-eared slider pink skin is usually due to septicemia, inflammation, or lack of movement in your turtle. Growth…
If you’re tied between a box turtle or a red-eared slider for a pet, this guide will help you out. Choosing a turtle species for a pet is always a daunting task as you have to consider a handful of factors including housing, lifespan, diet, and overall care and maintenance costs, etc. So, how do…
If you’re planning your red-eared slider tank setup and want it to look good and have a naturalistic feel, then live plants would be one of the items to consider. However, not all plants are safe for your slider turtle tank. So, which live plants should you put in your red-eared slider tank? Plants for…
If you just go yourself a baby red-eared slider but you’re clueless about how to take care of it, you’ve come to the right place. This article will give you helpful advice and tips for taking care of your baby slider. To care for a baby red-eared slider turtle, you’ll need to provide it with…
Cumberland and red-eared sliders are close relatives. They belong to the same species of pond slider turtles. If you’re trying to choose between a Cumberland and a red-eared slider, this guide will help make a more informed decision. Cumberland slider vs red-eared slider key difference lies in their physical appearance. The Cumberland slider has a…
The sudden death of your beloved red-eared slider is probably the worst thing that can happen to any turtle owner. You’ll feel bad about losing your pet. But at the same time, you’ll be asking yourself, “Why did my red-eared slider die?” Why did I do wrong? Red-eared slider died suddenly: this is usually caused…