Can tortoises stay in water

Answer 1

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     Set up two-thirds of your turtle's aquarium for swimming and one-third for basking, using a full-spectrum ultraviolet light source. Basking is critical for drying and preventing shell problems. And since turtles can't store vitamin D 3, they must be exposed to UVB light for absorption.

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     Keep the temperature at 77 to 95 degrees F for aquatic and semi aquatic species. Use an aquarium heater when needed; turtles and terrapins become sluggish and stop eating in low temperatures.

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     Keep the water clean to prevent health problems. Use an aquarium filtration system to maintain optimal water quality.

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     Prevent your turtle's environment from becoming soiled by either netting or siphoning off all fecal matter as soon as possible. Fecal buildup can cause health problems.

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     Clean the entire aquarium (including the filtration system) at least once a month. Clean ponds or large enclosures where the animal spends time at least every three to six months.

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     Offer a complete commercial diet made specifically for turtles and terrapins. Check with experts for exact dietary requirements and amounts for your species.

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     Supplement the diet with appropriate snacks: Earthworms, crustaceans, small fish, mouse pups, algae, leafy green vegetation and fruit are examples of suitable foods for terrapins. Semi aquatic species tend to be herbivorous - they tend to eat plants only.

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     Feed your pet two to three times a week in a small holding tank that is separate from its normal enclosure; uneaten food can attract disease - causing microorganisms.

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     Rinse off your turtle after a feeding with slightly warm water before returning him to his enclosure.

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     Find a veterinarian who specializes in reptiles, amphibians and other exotic pets to provide care for your turtle.

Answer 2

No. All reptiles breathe via lungs, which means they can only breathe air.

Answer 3

Yes