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In order for a turtle to live, function and grow properly, they need to obtain calcium. This is done: 1) through their diet 2) through basking in the sun. Basking in the sun gives the turtle Vitamin D3, which their body converts into calcium.
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∙ 13y agoYes. Turtles are reptiles, and therefore cold-blooded. They need the sun's heat to keep them warm and to speed up their metabolism. Aquatic turtles also need to dry out their shells a few times a day, or the shell grows mold and fungus and becomes infected.
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The reason why turtles like the sun so much is because they have secret photovoltaic cells installed on their shell, that provides them with electric power and recharges their batteries. That's why turtles can sprint at their food at an such an amazing speed (nearly as fast as a pro tennis player's service).
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∙ 13y agoReptiles are cold-blooded (endothermic). Put simply, this means they have no means to regulate their body temperature like mammals (and humans) can.
The only way for them to warm up their bodies is to bask on a large rock, or open area, in direct sunlight - thus absorbing the warmth of the suns rays.
Once sufficiently warmed, they are free to go off in search of food etc.
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∙ 12y agoYes, turtles can be in the sun. I think they get vitamin d from the sun, so it would be good for it as long as the turtle keeps hydrated and isn't in the sun for too long. I'm not really an expert, but I have had a couple of pet turtles. My turtle has a lamp that can probably be bought at most pet stores, so that would be an alternative. If it goes outside, make sure it doesn't get away. When I was little, my turtle was pretty boring to watch after a while, so my sister and I went to play in our backyard and lost our turtle. you might want to put something colorful like a pipe cleaner on the turtle to spot it easily. I hope this helps you and your turtle! :)
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∙ 14y agoMy guess would be that they are trying to dry their legs off as much as possible.
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∙ 11y agothay get vitamins form the sunlight.
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∙ 13y agoThey are cold blooded i think.
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∙ 12y agoBecause reptiles are cold blooded.
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How do reptiles regulate their body temperature?
They don't. That is why they hibernate and lay out in the sun.
Do reptiles lay eggs on land or in a nest?
Some reptiles lay egg in the nest and some reptiles lay egg on the land.
Do Fish and reptiles lay eggs?
fish and reptiles lay eggs
Do reptiles lay eggs for their babies?
reptiles lay eggs, if thats what you mean
How many species of snakes lay eggs?
Snakes are reptiles, and all reptiles lay eggs. That is a basic characteristic of reptiles.
Do birds and reptiles lay eggs?
Yes, birds and reptiles do lay eggs. Some reptiles, however, give birth to live young.
Do both reptiles and amphibians lay eggs?
Yes, Reptiles such as komelians lay eggs as do frogs. Frogs lay eggs and so do you, jks
What group of animals lay eggs and live on land and they also have scales?
reptiles lay leathery hard eggs and have scalessome live on landCorrection: Reptiles do not have scales, but scaly skin. There is a difference.Also, not all reptiles live on land, and not all reptiles lay eggs. Some species give birth to live young.
Do reptiles lay their eggs?
some reptiles such as crocdiles and lizards
Who lay eggs reptile or amphibian?
Most reptiles and all amphibians lay eggs. Some reptiles are viviparous.
Do reptiles birth from eggs or womb?
Most reptiles lay eggs.
Do King Cobras lay eggs?
Yes, and they make nests for their eggs.Most, but not all, reptiles lay eggs.
