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As a red-eared slider grows, its shell transitions through several stages. Initially, the shell is smooth and relatively flat, often featuring a vibrant green or olive color with distinctive yellow stripes or markings. As they mature, the shell becomes more domed and may develop a rougher texture, with darker hues and possible signs of growth rings. The characteristic red stripe behind the eyes remains prominent throughout their growth.
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Do red eared sliders need a dry area?
Yes, red-eared sliders need a dry area to get out of the water. Above this area should be a turtle basking lamp. Aquatic turtles will bask daily. Basking keeps the turtle's skin and shell health from fungus while the UV in the light is needed for the turtles growth. Without a dry area and a basking light your turtle will not be healthy and happy.
How big do peacock sliders turtles get?
Peacock slider turtles, also known as red-eared sliders, typically grow to a size of 5 to 10 inches in shell length. Males are generally smaller, reaching about 5 to 7 inches, while females can grow larger, often exceeding 10 inches. Their size can vary based on factors such as diet, habitat, and overall health.
Will a big red eared sliders attack a small red eared slider?
Watch your red eared slider while they are feeding. Notice the way that their eyes focus on their food to the point where they are nearly cross-eyed? That is a signal when they are about to bite something. So when their eyes focus, that is when they are about to 'attack'.
How long do red eared sliders live?
Easily 50 years if not more. Most live to be about 30-35 or so.Red eared sliders can live up to 40 yrs in captivity. In the wild though they usually only live up to 20 yrs. With good care and warmth, your turtles will live for a while. Make sure you give them nice warm light bulb so they can relax. If you want your turtle to live for a while, I suggest you buy a light bulb.
If a snails shell cracks while growing what happens?
it does grows another one
Can red ear turtles eat basil?
Yes, red-eared sliders can eat basil in moderation. While basil is not toxic to them, it should be offered as an occasional treat rather than a staple food. A balanced diet for red-eared sliders typically includes a variety of vegetables, commercial turtle pellets, and occasional fruits. Always ensure that any new food is introduced gradually and observe for any adverse reactions.
What do red eared sliders eat in the wild?
they need lots of swimming water land food sun shine or sun lamp tank there,but can live a while without food or water
How do you put red-eared sliders to bed?
They will go to sleep at night by themselves, if you make it dark enough. You just turn the aquarium's UV lamp off, and dim the lights in the room, and in a little while the turtles will go to sleep.
Can baby red eared sliders eat cucumbers?
Yes they can. They are very healthy for a turtle. A turtle can eat alot of different fruits. And vegtables..
Can red eared sliders live with yellow belly turtles?
Yes, red eared sliders and yellow bellied sliders are both subspecies of "pond slider", in the wild where their range overlaps they mate quite often producing what are called "intergrades". The particular intergrade between a yellow bellied slider and a red eared slider often has features of both, large yellow markings on the head with a red corner.
Do red eared sliders like people?
Red eared slider turtles that have been raised in captivity or have been in captivity for a while LOVE people. They all have different personalities though. An example is my 1 1/4 inch long Red eared slider turtle, he has been in captivity for about 2 1/2 months now he has just recently started coming out of his shell, hehehe. He doesn't enjoy being held but he loves to chase my finger around when I put it up to the side of the tank and for me to just pay attention to him while he is in the water. And he loves to pose for pictures! Other turtles will crawl up onto your hand and bask there or will want you to scratch their shell. As you can see all turtles have different personalities, just like people, but most make great, compatible and loving, pets.
Are Lady Bugs poisonous to Red Eared Slider Turtles?
Ladybugs are not considered poisonous to Red-Eared Slider Turtles. While some ladybug species can secrete a substance that may be mildly toxic to small animals if ingested in large quantities, red-eared sliders generally avoid eating them due to their taste and odor. However, it's still best to monitor your turtle's diet and avoid feeding them anything outside their natural food sources.
