turtles

I got my turtle a few weeks ago, still a baby. I got some baby turtle pellets to feed it. My turtle still gets scared easily so I hadn’t had the chance to see it’s neck that well but today I noticed the neck looked weird in a picture I took, perpaphs it’s the angle but I’d still like other...

I tried doing some research on google but just got super confused, so I figured it'd be worth it to ask here as well! I'm looking to get my first pet turtle, I originally wanted one that didn't really need a tank/lots of water but I've realized that's probably not an option (I think I'm...

I remember many years ago being told to avoid CFL for turtles because it could damage their eyes, is that still valid info or have they gotten better? Currently I use mercury vapor bulb on the basking spot and a 4 foot reptisun T8 10.0 fluro for the rest of the tank (6 foot tank). I've...

So, I'm looking at keeping a turtle(s) and have been trying to do as much research as possible, which has lead me here with a few questions I'm hoping some experienced people may be able to help with; I've read that they are solitary and shouldn't be kept with other ELN turtles, but I've also...

New to the forum - I live in northwest Sydney and am thinking about getting a turtle in a large suburban backyard and seeking advice on the best type of turtle suited and about the plans for building the enclosure. This is the area where the enclosure will be. Bamboo on the left, and a garage...

hey all Been out of the hobby for a while. I’m just confirming that a Pignose turtle can be kept in Queensland under a recreational license? I have seen this somewhere, but was wondering if anyone is aware of any changes?

Cuora Mccordi,Aurocapitata,Trifasciata and Radiata Turtles For Sale Hi, I have the following Cuora Turtles below for sale. 2.2 Cuora mccordi 1.2 Cuora aurocapitata 1.2 Cuora trifasciata 1.2 Cuora flavomarginata 1.1 Astrochelys Radiata If interested in any of the above, email...

I'm a first-time reptile owner here, and I've recently brought home a wee young Murray River Turtle. Because I want his tank to be as close to natural river conditions as possible, I've added some plant life- nardoo and some elodea. He loves the elodea in particular, and rests on it when...

Hey guys, Just need some help with basking areas. the other day i went out and obtained a new floating turtle dock, as my emydura macquari had recently outgrown his/her old magnetic ramp one. when i put the dock in the water it is very wobbly and i think my turtle has trouble getting up it. As...