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Red-eared sliders, also known as red-eared terrapins, are a subspecies of the slider turtle. Semi-aquatic, these terrapins are endemic to North America, commonly kept as pets, and they get their …

Whether you wish to breed sliders or not, you need to know how to create a nesting box for a red-eared slider. This provides the female a place to nest …

If you are wondering ‘Why is my red-eared slider not eating?’, then the first thing to do is to have a qualified exotic/herp veterinarian check them out — especially if …

The sulcata tortoise, also known as the African spurred tortoise (Geochelone Sulcata) is one of the largest species of tortoises on the earth. They can grow to over 200 pounds …

The Russian tortoise is known by many names; the Afghan tortoise, the four-clawed tortoise, Horsfield’s tortoise, the steppe tortoise, and the Central Asian tortoise. Its scientific name is Testudo Horsfieldii …

Desert tortoises were thought to be a single species since their discovery, but recently they were separated into two distinct species. They are the Agassiz’s desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii), and …

You wouldn’t think that turtles—especially aquatic turtles—could get external parasites such as mites. The fact is that all turtles and tortoises are susceptible to mites, though it’s very rare that …

Ever wonder how much box turtles cost? Box turtles are among the most popular pets. But before you get one, ‘How much do box turtles cost?’ Box turtles are known …

For most reptiles, it is essential that they bask. Turtles are not the only reptiles that need to bask. There are many reasons why your turtle is not basking. There …

All animals smell, even turtles. Just like your dog or your cat, turtles do have a smell. This smell isn’t strong and in the wild most turtles usually have a …