The peninsula cooter turtle can reach 15 inches.
"Cooter" is a common nickname for certain species of freshwater turtles in the United States, particularly the Eastern River Cooter (Pseudemys concinna). These turtles have a distinct yellow or orange marking near the head that gives them their name.
Cooter turtles are primarily herbivores and their diet consists of aquatic plants, algae, fruit, and some insects. They may also consume small fish or carrion occasionally. It is important to provide a varied and balanced diet when caring for cooter turtles in captivity.
big turtles from small?Some turtle just have different body sructures, they just come out the way the mother was, but big turtles can live way longer than small turtles can. actually, even small turtles can live 50+ years. Even one that only grows 4-5 incheshappy herp keeping :)
Turtles are generally not aggressive towards each other, but larger turtles may see smaller turtles as prey. It's important to provide separate feeding areas and supervision if they are living together to prevent any potential harm to the smaller turtle.
for two males a ten gallon tank heavly planted, two females 1 gallon, male and female same as first one
Texas Cooter turtles can live 40 years or longer. They are very hearty turtles.
"Cooter" is a common nickname for certain species of freshwater turtles in the United States, particularly the Eastern River Cooter (Pseudemys concinna). These turtles have a distinct yellow or orange marking near the head that gives them their name.
Any turtles bites. It all just depends on how used to people they are, and how safe they feel with you. If you want a friendly turtle, you have to spend time with it in a secure environment on a regular basis.
Well, my cooter's don't have a heater and they are super healthy. Just let them bask in the sun if you need them to get warm or if you don't have a heater like i do. c:
Yes, two male Peninsula cooter turtles can live together, but it's important to monitor their behavior closely. Male turtles can sometimes be territorial or aggressive, especially during mating season. Providing ample space and hiding spots in their habitat can help reduce potential conflicts. If aggression occurs, separating them may be necessary for their well-being.
Yes, it is.
Cooter turtles are primarily herbivores and their diet consists of aquatic plants, algae, fruit, and some insects. They may also consume small fish or carrion occasionally. It is important to provide a varied and balanced diet when caring for cooter turtles in captivity.
in captivity, they thrive well on blood worms and love romaine lettuce.
I have seen, box turtles, red-eared sliders, some kind of map turtle, a snapper and a very large cooter............
River cooter turtles typically range in size from 8 to 12 inches in length, although some individuals can grow slightly larger. They have a streamlined shell that helps them navigate their aquatic environments. These turtles are often found in freshwater habitats across the southeastern United States.
sixty to ninety days
The cast of Growing Up Cooter - 2013 includes: Joel Rinzler as Sal Cooter Avery Schmalz as Marcella Cooter Beatriz Yuste as Rosie Cooter