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They close their eyes at different times so that predators can't attack them when they can't see.

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Why do box turtles close one eye at a time?

They close their eyes at different times so that predators can't attack them when they can't see.


Do different types of box turtles have distinct patterns on their shells or is it random in all box turtles?

The patterns are kind of like fingerprints. There might be similar ones within a species, but if you look close enough they're actually quite different.


What is the difference between box turtes and tortoises?

Box turtles can close their shells tortoises can't.


Can turtles make babies?

Yes. Interbreeding between different subspecies is quite possible, such as red-eared sliders and yellow-bellied sliders, or Eastern box turtles and Ornate box turtles. Different species within the same genera is also possible, but the offspring are usually infertile. In very rare circumstances, two animals from different genera can interbreed, but they usually share a close evolutionary history.


Different types of box turtles mate with one another?

They can.


Can yellow belly siliders live with box turtles?

No. Box turtles are complete land turtles and spend most of their time on land or soaking in a shallow water dish. Yellow Belly Sliders need a pond or large aquarium with a basking spot and UVB bulb. The two turtles housing needs are completely different and should not be mixed, So, the answer to your question is, No. Yellow Bellied Sliders and Box Turtles can NOT be housed together.


Are box turtles a herbivorecarnivoreoromnivore?

Box turtles are omnivores.


Are box turtles amphibians?

No, box turtles are reptiles.


Are ornate box turtles considered aquatic turtles?

No ornate box turtles are not aquatic turtles. They are usually found in grasslands


Do box turtles eat tomatoes?

Box turtles love tomatoes.


What kind of plants do box turtles?

box turtles eat dandelions


How are box turtles different from other turtles?

Box turtles are easily recognized by their box-like shells. Because of the box-like structure, the turtle is able to fit completely inside its shell.