How to Take Care of a Turtle

So you have decided to have a pet turtle? You have chosen a pet that has been on the earth for more than 200 million years. Your pet turtle will be with you for years to come. Depending on the type, a turtle typically lives from 20 to 50 years. The American Box Turtle may live to be 100 years old! Now that you know potentially how long your reptilian friend will be with you, it’s time to take inventory of all that is needed to keep your turtle healthy and happy. Feeding Your Turtle Most turtles are meat eaters, but as they get older they eat plants as well.… Read More Continue Reading