How do you ship a turtle safely?

Put the turtle container in a Styrofoam cooler or cardboard box that is lined on the bottom, sides and top with crumbled or shredded newspaper. The outer box or cooler should have some ventilation holes. 6. Keep the box out of the sun!

Is Keeping red eared slider legal in India?

In India there is lot of controversy as to whether Red-Eared Sliders are banned in India or not. It is illegal but it is partially wrong. The possession of Indian turtle species are banned under wildlife protection acts. As such red-earned slider or Singapore turtle are legal.

Is it legal to keep turtles in India?

Some species of tortoise and turtles are not legal to own in India. The Indian Star Tortoise and the Red Ear Slider are among a few types of reptiles that are unsuitable for rearing in an apartment space, and illegal to own.

Can I travel with my red eared slider?

For travel in the car, your turtle can be placed in a plastic box such as a storage container. The box should have a bit of space for the turtle, but don’t give the turtle lots of room to move around (the goal is to pad the turtle well and make him or her very secure).

How do you carry a turtle when traveling?

If the turtle is traveling by car and accompanied by you, here are some suggestions: Use a sturdy, clean cardboard or plastic box not a hard, rigid container, such as a glass tank. Line the box with shredded newspaper and towels for substrate. Never transport your turtle in a container filled with water.

Is it legal to ship turtles?

USPS does not ship turtles. They will ship some live animals, but turtles is not one of them. If the turtle is packed correctly it will arrive fine. So always be sure the turtle is packed comfortably and for the weather and never, ever ship if the weather is questionable, nor around a holiday.

Can I travel with turtle?

Turtles: There do not seem to be any bans on the import of turtles. Some airlines accept them inside the cabin as long as they are in a compliant carrier and are not removed from the carrier during the flight. As long as it is kept in a compliant carrier, the airlines should not have a problem with them.

Where can I release my red eared slider?

Where Can I Donate My Red-Eared Slider Turtles?

• Friends Or Families That Will Love Your Pet The Way You Do.
• A Nearby Zoo Or Park With Turtles In Care.
• Reptile Rescue and Adoption Centers.
• Local Pet Stores.
• Relocate Red-Eared Slider To Outdoor Habitat.
• Consider Equipment Changes.

How do you transport a long distance turtle?

We recommend transporting your turtle in a plastic container lined with damp bedding (such as paper towel for small turtles and soaked towels for larger ones). The container should have adequate ventilation (e.g. holes drilled into the lid, a mesh section of lid) and be secure.

Can you transport a red-eared slider turtle by vehicle?

Occasionally you may need to transport a pet red-eared slider turtle by vehicle, e.g. if you are moving. This can be a very stressful time with turtles, but with some planning and preparation, the move can go quite smoothly.

How do you transport a pet turtle?

If the turtle is traveling by car and accompanied by you, here are some suggestions: Use a sturdy, clean cardboard or plastic box not a hard, rigid container, such as a glass tank. Line the box with shredded newspaper and towels for substrate. Never transport your turtle in a container filled with water.

How to take care of a red-eared slider?

For extended trips, you may choose to mist the turtle and or dampen the padding at the bottom, but keep in mind this will be cooling to the turtle so only do this if you can keep the turtle warm enough. For trips of a few hours, your red-eared slider will be fine if kept dry.

What do you put a turtle in a box?

Use a sturdy, clean cardboard or plastic box not a hard, rigid container, such as a glass tank. Line the box with shredded newspaper and towels for substrate. Never transport your turtle in a container filled with water.