water turtles don't actually 'sleep' the way we think of it. they go into a trance-like state which enables them to remember to resurface for air every few minutes and keep an eye out for predators
I know Red Eared Slider Turtles do that before mating. Males do it to females.
just throw your sperm in the tank and the turtle will eat it and it will be pregnet
A slider turtle is basically like a category of turtles including the Yellow Belly Slider Turtle and the Red Eared Slider turtle.
It is generally safe to handle a pregnant red ear slider turtle, but it is important to do so gently and carefully to avoid causing stress or harm to the turtle or its eggs. Pregnant turtles may be more sensitive during this time, so it is best to handle them with caution and avoid any unnecessary stress.
Red-eared slider turtles can reach about 7-9 inches as males and 7-12 inches as females in length.
well, a "slider turtle", or a red eared slider always has a red line where their ears would be. that's obviously how they get the name!
Red-eared slider turtles typically reach sexual maturity and can become pregnant at around 2 to 5 years of age, depending on their size and environmental conditions. Females usually need to be at least 4 inches in shell length before they can reproduce. Proper care and a suitable habitat can influence their growth and maturation rates.
To care for a pregnant red-eared slider turtle, provide a suitable nesting area with soft substrate for egg laying, maintain a warm and clean environment, offer a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamins, and monitor the turtle's health and behavior closely. Consult a veterinarian specializing in reptiles for additional guidance and care tips.
YES, you can put a map turtle in the same tank with a slider.
A turtle!
it maybe because its pregnant and if its not that then you could try diffrent kinds of foods until he finds one he likes
Same as a regular Red Eared Slider. The average male is 7-9in, and the females 8-12. A good care sheet as well as housing tips and such can be found at Austins Turtle Page.