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How long does it take for a turtle shell to get hard after birth?
A turtle's shell begins to harden shortly after it hatches, but the process can take several years to fully complete. Initially, the shell is soft and pliable, providing protection while still allowing the turtle to grow. Over time, the shell's outer layer, called keratin, hardens and strengthens, typically reaching full hardness by the time the turtle is around 3 to 5 years old, depending on the species. Environmental factors and diet can also influence the rate of shell development.
Can a 380 shoot through a turtle shell?
A .380 caliber bullet can potentially penetrate a turtle shell, depending on factors such as the distance, the type of ammunition used, and the thickness of the shell. Turtle shells are made of bone and keratin, which can provide some protection, but they are not impenetrable. While a .380 is not the most powerful round available, it can still cause significant damage if it hits a turtle. However, shooting at animals is often illegal and unethical, and it's important to treat wildlife with respect.
Is a turtles shell supposed to crack and flakes off?
If your turtle's shell is squishy, it probably has shell rot. Shell rot is caused by unclean water, lack of vitamins, or it could be caused by an infected cut. If a large area of your turtle's shell is squishy, take it to a vet. If it's mild, Try soaking it in Zoo Med Turtle Sulfa Dip according to the instructions on the packaging. I would also apply Tetrafauna Turtle Vitashell to the afflicted area. If your turtle is like my oldest, it may be prone to infection, in which case you must be extra cautious. Make sure your turtle has an area out of water to bask in and lamps that provide both UVA and UVB rays, this will prevent shell rot. Also make sure it has the right diet (calcium in the diet is used to strengthen the shell, and bones) and clean it's tank regularly. Good luck with your turtle!
Would it hurt your turtle if you put a small hole near the edge of her shell to attach a lead so you can take her outside more often?
I'm no turtle expert, but I wouldn't. Their shell is a bone, which is attached to their ribs. You could try a collar and leash. I have two turtles, a red eared slider and a box turtle, and I take a piece of fabric, tie it tightly (not too tightly) around their shell, put a hole in that, and attach a small leash. A lot of people do it, but make sure it's okay with your vet before you put a hole in the shell (if you still want to).
Can a box turtle die if the shell at the bottom is cracked?
A turtle's shell is made up of bone and is part of its skeleton. If the shell were cracked, it would be similar to a human having a whole bunch of broken ribs, or worse. It would expose the turtle to infection, as well, because the bone is outside the body. It would be horribly painful, a major vulnerability, and take a long time to heal if it was survivable. Whether the turtle would survive would probably depend on how bad the injury was.If you see a turtle with an injury, try to find a wildlife rehabilitation facility. A veterinarian can give the turtle treatment for the injured shell, allowing it to heal properly, similar to a cast for a broken bone.
Can turtles overeat?
INCORRECTNo, they don't get fat. If you feed them too much, they just keep growing bigger and bigger and bigger. Think about it: if a turtle got fat, it wouldn't be able to fit in its shell. And turtles are not like hermit crabs; they can't leave their shells and find new ones. So, the shell has to grow with the turtle. So instead of getting fat, they just keep getting bigger.No. Turtles can, in fact, get fat. A turtle will not grow faster because you feed it too much, and a fully grown turtle will not grow more because you feed it too much. That is not how animals work. If you give something too much to eat, the excess nutrients are stored away in the form of fat.A turtle's shell is part of its skeleton. If you overfeed a dog or cat, the animal in question will not grow more or grow a bigger skeleton in order to not be fat. It will end up fat, even if this puts strain on its joints and skeleton.A turtle that is fed too much will first get fatter inside the shell and be unable to fully retract its head and legs. If this continues, the legs will get fat, as will the areas in the front and back of the body. An obese turtle will look too large for its shell, but the organs will still all be inside the shell.So yes, a turtle can get fat.
What does the turtle do when the sedan swerves to avoid it?
When the sedan swerves to avoid the turtle, the turtle likely remains in its position, as it may not perceive the danger in the same way humans do. It might instinctively retract into its shell or stay still, waiting for the vehicle to pass. The sudden movement of the sedan could startle the turtle, but its natural response is often to stay put rather than flee. Overall, the turtle's reaction is a mix of instinctual behavior and its innate slow-paced nature.
Is it bad if a painted turtle egg is deflated?
It's bad if the turtle is still in it.
Is Harriet the Turtle still alive?
no
Is the bottom of a turtle hard?
Yes, the stomach of a turtle (the underneath part) is hard. It is also yellow and every turtle has slightly different markings on their underneath, which is how i tell my three pet turtles apart! Although the bottom of the turtle is hard, it can still be harmed by sharp objects and can still be felt by the turtle.
Should you still walk if you don't want to lose weight?
Yes you should. Why? Because if you just lounge around all day and all night, you'll just get fatter and fatter. So even if you DON'T want to lose weight, still walk my friends.
Would a baby turtle be okay if it dropped on the floor?
It is extremely ill-advised that you drop any turtle intentionally, however, baby turtles are often underestimated for their quick speed even outside of their aquarium habitat, and without careful watching will not hesitate to leap out of your hands. Survivability and whether the turtle sustains any kind of injury depends on the size of the baby turtle, the healthiness of the turtle's carapace and plastron, and the height at which it was dropped. The smaller and more infant-sized the turtle is, the higher the chance of damage to the turtle since babies are still developing their immature carapaces. The carapace is the outer top shell of the turtle, and if your baby turtle is in excellent health from clean water and being exposed daily to UV light and heat, than chances are that the turtle's carapace shell and it's lower body plastron would be hardy enough to survive even a drop to concrete falling at heights of 4 or 5 feet. Fortunately, turtles are instinctively smart enough to withdraw their head, arms, and legs into their shell as they fall from the air, minimizing damage to the turtle's other body parts and allowing their shell to absorb most of the impact. Your baby turtle will most likely be in shock if it lands on any kind hard surface, so immediately return him to the tank and place him on top a dry area, preferably under the light where the turtle can bask. Don't splash, but drip small beads of water over his head and allow the turtle to regain it's senses. Although it should be obvious, keep in mind that any kind of fall from extreme heights exponentially puts the little turtle in danger.
