| Most potential turtle owners are unaware that most | | | | Usually one gets a baby turtle and then is amazed to |
| pet turtles require a dry as well as a wet habitat, and | | | | see of fast the baby turtles turns into an adult. |
| that the temperature of these should be conducive | | | | Obviously the food intake of your turtle increases |
| for the turtle's well-being. A turtle needs a lot of | | | | when it becomes an adult but more importantly if |
| fresh food. Clean, fresh water should be kept in a | | | | you didn't foresee the rapid growth of your turtle |
| shallow bowl and should be readily accessible to the | | | | and purchased a turtle habitat that is too small be |
| turtle. You should have the knowledge to be able to | | | | prepared to be set back by $200 to $1000. |
| recognize the difference between male and female | | | | Caring For Turtles - |
| turtles because of their different care requirements. | | | | You should also know that turtles require daily care. |
| Feeding A Proper Diet To Your Pet Turtles - | | | | Another popular myth is that turtles hibernate for |
| One needs to be sure that they are feeding their pet | | | | months. This is untrue, so making sure that |
| turtle the proper turtle food to sustain its life and be | | | | somebody is taking care of your pet turtles if your |
| healthy. Generally turtles require fresh vegetables | | | | planning to go out of town. Checking your turtle on a |
| such as lettuce to stay healthy. However, there are | | | | regular and systematic basis to detect any early signs |
| species of turtles that require a meat based diet too. | | | | of an illness is also a must. |
| Your Baby Turtle Will Not Stay A Baby For Long - | | | | |