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It is no secret that plastic is a notorious contributor to polluting our oceans, one of the main offenders of this being plastic straws. And, these are what can have the most detrimental impact on turtles – straws that are waste can usually end up in the sea, and this is something that the aquatic turtle is drawn to an
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It’s widely known that turtles eat fruit and vegetables – it’s the staple of their diet, despite some of these vegetables and fruits that they can eat not being available in their natural habitat. Unfortunately, not all of these fruits and vegetables are good for your turtle, and in fact – some are simply down right to
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Children’s cartoons would have you believe that a turtle’s shell serves as the animal’s “home” and that it is completely free to depart at any time. However, this is very far from the truth. Because the turtle’s shell is composed of skin, bones, collagen, and keratin, the turtle and its shell are considered to be one b
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Painted turtles are easily identifiable by their vivid colors and intricate shell designs. They are one of the most common turtles to have as pets due to their bright colors as well as being relatively easy to care for. While they can be pets though, many are still found in the wild. Painted turtles like bodies of fres
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When you picture a turtle, do you see them in your mind’s eye with ears? No, right? That’s because they don’t have any external body parts indicative of an auditory system, but does that mean they can’t hear? That’s exactly what we’re going to explore in this article. I’ll be doing a deep dive into the hearing faciliti
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Snapping turtles are a fascinating species, with the alligator snapping turtle being considered the most dangerous turtle species in the world. These turtles are often considered modern day dinosaurs thanks to their rugged rigid carapace (shell) and characteristic beak-like mouths. There are two types of snapping turtl
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Many people believe that turtles cannot jump due to the weight of their shell. If you’re wondering whether turtles can jump, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, I will cover some key information on a turtle’s ability to jump, including whether they can jump and why they jump. Let’s get started. Turtles are
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Getting a new pet may be a stressful experience, and you may be wondering what sort of behavior to expect, and what kind of behavior is not normal. This is especially true for young animals maintained as pets, such as turtles, who are particularly vulnerable to becoming stressed if something is not right. The first few
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Rumors of giant tortoises that have lived for centuries are surprisingly easy to believe. Something about this patient and careful creature speaks of a wisdom that comes from centuries of experience. But what about the turtles and tortoises we like to keep as pets? Giant tortoises can live for over 150 years, and even
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Many people will often get confused and not realize that turtles and tortoises are different creatures, with one being seen on land and the other mainly being seen throughout the deep waters of the planet. There are lots of differences between the two species and lots of people might not understand whether turtles can
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Everyone loves sea turtles! They are cute, they are intelligent, and they have a great sense of humor. Turtles are found in many different habitats around the world, but the sea is the only place where with turtles, you are also likely to find barnacles! Barnacles on turtles are actually a very common part of turtle li
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Turtles are known for being one of the oldest living creatures that are on this earth. This is partly due to the fact that they are very much able to survive on the land as well as in the water. Turtles are capable of living quite comfortably on land – but the reason that you are here today is to find out whether or no
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If you are someone who wants to keep turtles, then naturally, you will want them to have the best home that you can possibly give them. However, it is not a quick job to get your turtles’ home looking perfect – this is something that can take a lot of time and effort. You might look at the finished product and feel as
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Brumation and hibernation both refer to a period of time when various mammals and reptiles are dormant during the cold winter months. Warm-blooded mammals hibernate and some cold-blooded animals use brumation to stay inactive for months. Typically people say “hibernation” when talking about this dormant period of dorma
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Turtles are reptiles belonging to the order of Testudines. They are found throughout the world in freshwater habitats. There are in excess of 300 species of turtles, which vary greatly in size and appearance. Turtles are known for their slow pace and peaceful nature. However, if you have two pet turtles in the same enc
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Turtles are known for gliding through the water, basking quietly in the sun, and a slow moving walk when on land. So, when you picture a turtle, you’re unlikely to think of them climbing up trees. This daring feat of upward movement is something we might expect from nimble monkeys and squirrels, not the steady turtle.
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In order to really grow and thrive, it couldn’t be more important that your pet turtle gets all the proper nutrition it needs, so this article is going to explore what makes an ideal diet for turtles. And since (spoiler alert) some turtles do eat meat, we’re going to identify which types of turtles do eat meat and in w
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Turtles and snails seem like two very different animals on the surface. However, they both have a soft body that is protected by a hard outer shell. But is this similarity enough to keep them in the same tank? Would turtles eat snails if they had the chance? We find out what turtles eat and whether snails and turtles c
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Much like humans, temperature is essential for the survival of a turtle. If you’re thinking about adopting a turtle, you might be wondering: Do turtles get cold? In this article, I will explore some key information about turtles, including whether turtles get cold. Without further ado, let’s get started. Do Turtles Get
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Have you ever wondered if turtles have scales? I mean, they are reptiles, after all. But you’ve probably never heard of a turtle shedding its scales the way snakes often do. Well, this article is going to answer exactly that and answer some of your most frequently asked questions on the subject along the way. This incl
