Pet tortoises can be great pets for people who like pets that don’t seek too much cuddling and attention. Tortoise Habitat Checklist Here is the list of things you will need to care for tortoises. Enclosure For hatchlings that are less than 4 inches, a 4 x 8ft enclosure is recommended. In this type of … Read more
Diamondback Terrapin’s are amazing creatures but they are not beginner-friendly pets as they require a specific care that is different from other aquatics. However, a lot of people still keep them as pets because of their beauty and personalities. Diamondback Terrapin’s are native to North America, found along the eastern Atlantic coasts and the Gulf … Read more
Map Turtles are beautiful little aquatics creatures found throughout the United States through Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and Texas. They make amazing pets even for beginners but you need to be ready to take proper care of them. For the right care you will need the right tools and supplies. Below is the list of all … Read more
If you are planning to bring a common snapping turtle to your home for the first time and wondering what you will need to take good care of them, then this is the guide for you. We are going to list all the necessary things needed for common snapping turtles. Snapping turtles are almost entirely … Read more
Painted turtles are one of the better turtle pets because they stay small. They average about six to eight inches. They’re very colorful turtles. A lot of them have a fair amount of red on them and some yellow. Painted turtles are native to North America. They are naturally found all the way from the … Read more
Red-Eared Sliders can make great pets but their care is relative complicated and you need to be equipped with the right tools. If you have made your mind and still want a red-eared slider then this post is for you. In order to properly care for your slider you will need a number of things. … Read more
General Information: Map Turtles are beautiful little aquatics found throughout the United States through Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and Texas. There are several type of species of Map Turtles, each having sub-species in them as well. Some of the most common map turtles include the False Map Turtle (Graptemys pseudogeographica pseudogeographica), Mississippi Map Turtle (Graptemys kohni), … Read more
A Note from Me: Diamondback’s seem to catch my attention the most then any other turtle. I would have to say that it is indeed one of my favorite species of turtle. Though I currently don’t own any Diamondback’s of my own, I plan to get an Atlantic Diamondback Terrapin. Exclusive GTT Atlantic Diamondback Terrapin pictures … Read more
Common Name(s): Common snapping turtle, common snapper Scientific Name: Chelydra serpentina Physical Description: These turtles have a very small plastron connected to the carapace by a narrow bridge on each side of its body. The spiked tail is usually 0.6 to 1.2 times longer than the carapace. The snapper is usually colored black, brown, or … Read more
Red eared slider care involves many things, and as a turtle owner it’s most important to consider their habitat, handling, and feeding. Red eared slider turtles are the most popular turtle kept as pets because they are so loveable. They make a wonderful addition to your outdoor pond or indoor aquarium, as well as your home … Read more