Reptiles
Caring for the red-eared turtle
Red-eared turtles are renowned for their unpretentiousness and are considered the most popular pets among reptile lovers. But the unpretentiousness of these beauties should in no case mislead their future owners. Like any…
Types of food for turtles
Ready-made balanced food is a real salvation for pet owners. No need to spend time shopping for food and subsequent cooking, studying piles of information about the right diet, the balance of components…
Turtle shell care
The shell is a reliable “armor” of turtles, which in nature saves their lives more than once. Not every predator can cope with a strong shell, but its “impenetrability” cannot be overestimated. We…
How often to feed turtles?
The frequency of feeding is one of the foundations of a proper diet. But if you search the Internet for how often you should feed your turtle, the information will vary from source…
Manicure for your beloved Tortilla: is it worth trimming the claws of a turtle
The subtleties and tricks of turtle manicure from herpetologist Lyudmila Ganina. Veterinarian and reptile specialist Lyudmila Ganina explains to which domestic turtles and when it makes sense to cut their nails, and how…
What do you need to keep aquatic turtles?
Turtles are amazing pets, the real pride of their owners. Care for them differs depending on the species and individual characteristics. Giving preference to a particular species, find out as much information as…
Keeping freshwater turtles: truth and myths
It just seems that turtles are completely unpretentious. That one has only to buy an aquaterrarium – and all the necessary conditions have been created. But in practice, freshwater turtles need special care,…
Turtle eats little!
Has the turtle lost its appetite? Has she become malnourished and chooses only certain foods? With what it can be connected and how to normalize a diet? Before moving on to the causes…
How long do domestic turtles live?
Did you know that the giant Galapagos tortoise in the wild lives up to 200 years or more? The red-eared turtle cannot boast of such a record. However, of all pets, the real…
What turtle to get?
Decided to get a turtle? Congratulations! An important step ahead is to decide on the type of pet. What turtles are there and which ones are best for home keeping? What kind of…