How Old Can a Turtle Get
- That depends on the species. Some turtles will live
only a few years, while other specimens have been reported to live up to
40 years. They can even outlive you with the proper care.
-Red-Eared Sliders are estimated to reach about 30-40 years of age. This range
is probably similar for other small water turtles. Box turtles get over a
100 years old. Large tortoises have been known to get over 300 years old.
Sea turtle's life span is similar to humans.
Animals in captivity live longer than animals in the wild, usually.
How Big Will a Turtle Become
- That depends too, but they can grew up to 30 cm (11.8 inches).
What Does the Turtle Eat
- They will eat everything you feed it. A sure thing is crickets, earthworms,
aquatic snail, fish, fruits and vegetables, commercial food with Vitamin
supplements.
How Often Do I Have To Feed the turtle
- In the wild the turtle will eat when he/she is hungry, Most turtle keepers
feed their turtle(s) one good size meal every two days. I feed my turtles
every other day.
Can a Turtle Get Fat
- Yes, your turtle can get fat. If your turtle(s) is fat, the skin will overlaps
on its legs when he/she tucks them in.
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