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Turtles

Finding and Caring for Turtle Eggs

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts

Have you ever come across a clutch of turtle eggs in your tank while caring for your aquatic pets? Or … Read more

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My Turtle’s Shell is Soft: Common Pet Problems

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts

If your turtle’s shell is soft you are dealing with a common but serious problem for pet reptiles. Unless your … Read more

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What Do Turtles Eat? Meal Time Tips for Aquatic Reptiles

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts

One of the first questions beginners ask me is “what do turtles eat?” After all, feeding a new turtle pet … Read more

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Getting to Know the 10 Best Types of Pet Turtles

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts

Pet turtles are almost as popular as aquarium fish. And since they can live in glass enclosures folks often wonder … Read more

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The Complete Western Painted Turtle Care Guide

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts
Western Painted Turtle

One look at their ornate shell and skin patterns and you’ll see how the Western Painted Turtle gets its name. … Read more

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Feeding and Housing the Common Musk Turtle

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts

Musk Turtle. Stinkpot. Mud Turtle. All of these names might put you off from trying Sternotherus odoratus. Which would be … Read more

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An In-Depth Guide to Red Ear Slider Care

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts

Red Ear Slider care is an in-depth topic. It is also a great starting point for all potential turtle keepers … Read more

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The Ultimate Spotted Turtle Care Guide

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts

The Spotted Turtle is one of my favorite turtle species to recommend to beginning reptile keepers. Their size is very … Read more

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The Complete Eastern Box Turtle Care Sheet

August 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts

When browsing your local pet store it is all too easy to fall for an Eastern Box Turtle baby. Their … Read more

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