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Do musk turtles give off a stinky smell?
Yes.
Do musk turtles really smell?
Yes, musk turtles are known for their ability to emit a strong, unpleasant odor when threatened. This smell comes from glands located near their tails, which release a musk-like substance as a defense mechanism. While the scent can be quite pungent, it's not harmful and serves to deter predators.
How long do musk turtles live for?
Musk turtles live about 30yrs
Are stink pot turtles and painted turtles the same?
no, stinpots are musk turtles not painted turtles
What other turtles can live with musk turtles?
try map turtles or yellow or red bellies I have a razor back musk and he go's perfect with my Mississippi map turtle
Can musk turtles go out of water?
No
Do musk turtles need bathing?
they can
What are flat musk turtles?
Flattened Musk Turtles (Sternotherus depressus) are a rare species of musk turtle living in the branches of the Black Warrior River of Alabama in the US, they have a broad flattened shell that helps them hide in rock crevices.
How long can Musk turtles live?
Musk turtles can live up to 50 years if your lucky but they normally live for around 30 - 40 years
Where can you buy baby common musk or baby razorback musk turtles in the UK?
Go to kingsnake.com
Do musk turtles grow fur?
No reptile is capable of growing fur, including the musk turtle.
Do turtles stink?
Turtles will often smell like their food and environment. So if you find a turtle that was just eating earthworms and lived in a swamp, he/she would probably smell quite...interesting. A few species of turtles, known as "musk turtles' also have the ability to secrete a distinct odor.
