Can Red Eared Sliders live on land?

Answer 1

Yes, you can put your red-eared slider on the floor/ground and let him run around a bit. But you should wipe him off before putting him back in his tank, because turtles can get sick from germs that humans and their pets carry, so you don't want these germs getting in the tank.

If you happen to have a large, shallow cardboard box, it would be far better to let him run around in there -- or in the bathtub. Not only will you avoid germs, but you will avoid the risk of him running off and getting lost!

Answer 2

I have a red eared slider, I take her out on the yard to roam wild and free in the grass and plants, she loves it. I never leave her alone though because she is fast, and there are cats in my neighborhood that would probably love to eat her.. I also have cement blocks with holes in them, and she likes to try and go through them but gets stuck.. I've had her out for about an hour and a half before, she has a great time and loves burrowing under plants and leaves. Just make sure you stay with your turtle at all times when its out.

Answer 3

yes,they can see very well at night,they see in color too(in day time)

Answer 4

Yes and no they need water to eat but they can be on land

Answer 5

yes but make sure they are a little damp and try not to play with him too often one thing my slider likes to do is swim in the bath tub he has sooo much fun