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What kind of turtle is a slider turtle?

A slider turtle is basically like a category of turtles including the Yellow Belly Slider Turtle and the Red Eared Slider turtle.


Can red ear slider turtles live in salt water?

No, red ear sliders cannot live in salt water. Not only can they not handle the heavy salts, it would very soon be food for some large fish or bird


Do female red ear slider turtles fight?

Female red ear slider turtles may display aggressive behaviors towards each other, especially when competing for resources or mating opportunities. Fighting among female red ear slider turtles is more commonly seen in captivity rather than in the wild due to artificial enclosure conditions. It is important to provide ample space, proper hiding spots, and a balanced diet to minimize aggression.


Can a red slider turtle drowned?

Yes, red-eared slider turtles can drown if they are unable to reach the water's surface to breathe, as they need to regularly come up for air. It's important to provide them with proper access to both water and a basking area to prevent this from happening.


What kind of turtle has red around its mouth and a hard shell that is a land turtle?

It depends on where the red is on the turtle and also where you found the turtle. Also, how do you know it is a land turtle? Aquatic turtles leave the water and walk for long distances. If the red looks like a horizontal streak, on each side of the head, it could be a red ear slider. There are many pictures of turtles online and thousands of species of turtles. In the U.S., the Red Ear Slider is one of the most common species, though.