Box turtle

Box turtles are omnivores and primarily feed on a diet of fruits, vegetables, and protein sources like insects and worms. While ReptoMin, a commercial turtle food, is designed for aquatic turtles and may not be the best choice for box turtles, they can consume it in small amounts. However, it's essential to provide a varied diet that includes more natural food sources suitable for their nutritional needs. Always consult a veterinarian for specific dietary recommendations for your box turtle.

Baby box turtles typically take about 70 to 90 days to hatch after the eggs are laid. The exact time can vary depending on factors such as temperature and humidity levels in the nesting environment. Warmer temperatures generally accelerate the hatching process, while cooler conditions can prolong it. After hatching, the baby turtles are fully independent and will leave the nest to begin their life.

Box turtles and Fowler's toads generally should not be housed together. Box turtles are terrestrial reptiles that require specific humidity and temperature conditions, while Fowler's toads are amphibians that thrive in moist environments. The differing habitat needs and potential for stress or aggression make it challenging for these two species to coexist peacefully. Additionally, there is a risk of disease transmission between them, which further complicates any attempt to house them together.

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Yes it is!

200miles an hour

no because it can die i had a turtle i turned the turtle upside down and it died.

Turtles cannot climb fences vertically. However, they may be able to get over small fences if there are slopes nearby (so that the relative height of the fence is only a few inches), or by crawling atop other turtles.

if their shell is smooth on the bottom they are a girl, but if it concaves in then it's a boy

No. Depending on the size of the snake, it may eat the turtle, and depending on the species of the turtle, it might eat the snake. It's not recommended that you house different types of animals in the same enclosure because they each have special needs, which could harm the other one. But if you have a small, non-venomous snake, and a medium sized non-carnivorous turtle, then they more than likely would not kill each other.

I believe the turtle floats-being guided by his legs...however he may dive and remain stationary on the bottom of the water he is in for a proscribed amount of time

Sure they can swim but nowhere near as good as an aquatic turtle so they avoid fast moving bodies of water and usually will not venture in deeper than the height of their shell - they seem to know they can be swept away. Often when they are sick they will seek water to soak in and often will die soaking in the water.

insects and meat

i read some things on the internet and it says it actually takes about 70 days for the eggs to hatch and i think around a month for them to lay but im not completely sure

yes because they eat producers

Box turtles start out life as carnivores. They need the protein for overall health and shell growth. As they mature, they become omnivores, eating a wide variety of foods from every food group.

Depends on what kind of turtle it is my painter sleeps underwater

if u have any other questions here's a few more helping tipsCatching a painted turtle is illegal in some places, so you might want to check the area you live in before you try to get one.All aquatic turtles need water in order to stay happy and healthy; they also like to eat under water. The minimum depth of water is as high as the turtle is wide so that it can move freely, but I recommend giving it as much water as you can. Aquatic turtle spend most of their life in the water, and they are far more agile while swimming. This isn't to say that they don't need a place to climb out though.

Turtles are predators during their younger years, but switch to a mostly vegetarian diet in their older age, so what you feed it will depend on the turtle you have.

Earthworms, large beetles and small fish are great for a youngster, but you can still give them the store bought turtle pellets to round out the diet (they need the vitamin d supplement to stay healthy). Older turtles have larger appetites and may still eat meat, so I don't recommend keeping any expensive fish with them. Some people might find feeding turtle live fish as barbaric, but this is how they eat in the wild and it gives them much needed exercises. It also makes the tank seem less empty.

Keep in mind that if you do keep fish in the tank you will need something to keep it oxygenated, and turtles are very messy eaters, so you will have to scoop fish parts out with a net every now and then. Turtles can also eat bits of ham and such, but that isn't really a part of their diet. In fact they will eat almost anything that moves. Older ones "should" eat lettuce and vegetables, but they might be picky, so you'll have to find out what yours likes.

Sadly, many reptile pets including turtles can carry salmonella, so you should make sure to thoroughly clean you hands after handling them or their water. They can also be aggressive, so keep you hands away from their face or they may bite you.

When picking up a turtle, try to get a hold of the turtle form behind, if you grab them by the side, their legs can get a grip on you and scratch you; large turtles have pretty sharp claws.

look in moist areas and sometimes on the road after it rains if you have a forest near your house you can get permission to enter go in and look under wet leaves or on the ground under dead leaves. Also you would have more of a chance on a rainy day.

P.S. Don't forget your rain coats and umbrella's.

We have a small Mexican Box Turtle, native to our Southern California area, which we rescued from a dog. He (not sure) prefers meal worms, natural worms from the garden and loves snails. He will eat every few days and let's us know as he becomes more active and looks around. He consumes about six medium to large mealworms or one or two snails each time. If not hungry he will just walk away from the food. On occasion he will eat some greens or a small piece of peach. As the winter comes he will naturally increase his intake before hibernating for several months. We have had him for several years now and found little advice from local vets. He is not an aquatic turtle but loves to swim and gets his hydration from absorption, which is when he defecates well.

i really don't know sorry, but i have two turtles (red eared sliders) and my female seems to be a little friendlier than may male, but i wouldn't say one way or another. both genders seem to be pretty friendly.

Eastern Box Turtles Live in Swampy Places eastern box turtles live in open feilds associated with marsh