Why is the red-eared slider a problem?

For example, in California and the other Pacific states, sliders compete with native western pond turtles for food, egg-laying sites, and basking sites. Red-eared sliders are also vectors of disease and can transmit parasites to native animal species, as well as the bacteria Salmonella to humans.

Do red-eared sliders get attached to their owners?

Yes, turtles do get attached to their owners. They can sometimes express their emotions by showing playful behavior when they are around their owners.

How long do red-eared sliders live in a tank?

Most red-eared sliders in captivity will live for about 20 years, with some making it to 30. The shorter lives in captivity are usually due to poor care and improper conditions.

Can I let my red eared slider go?

Realize that simply letting your turtle “loose” in the wild is illegal, unethical, and may cause serious damage to wildlife in your area. Most released sliders will die in the wild, and the survivors may choke out native turtles for food and habitat.

How much is a red eared slider worth?

Red-eared sliders, one of the most common pet turtles, can be found for as little as $20 in pet stores, while some types can be purchased from breeders at a much higher cost.

How long can red slider turtles stay out of water?

Turtles can usually stay out of water for around 8 hours. However, this depends on the environment of the land they are on. If the area has a cool temperature, a turtle can stay out of the water for a couple days. That being said, a turtle will run into serious digestion issues if they stay out of water too long.

What fish can live with red-eared slider turtles?

Fish. Red ear sliders will try to eat most fish kept with them. In a large habitat, fish like koi may survive with red ear sliders, though the turtles may nip their fins. Very small, agile fish like guppies may be able to survive with turtles, though they may overpopulate the tank.

How much should I Feed my red eared slider?

Older RES’s (red eared sliders) should be fed every 2-3 days to 2-3 times per week. Baby red eared sliders on the other hand can, and should be fed, every day. A good judge of how much to feed them is to give them enough food that would be roughly the size of their head.

How much light is necessary for red eared sliders?

A 5\% or more UVB light is recommended for the purpose, and has to be placed in such a way that it keeps the basking area around 10 degrees more than the temperature of the water. Like in the wild, the red-eared sliders have no potential enemies in the tank.

How often do red eared sliders have to eat?

To summarize how often to feed a red-eared slider: You can feed your turtle daily. Hatchlings can be fed protein daily. Juveniles can fed protein every other day. Adult turtles should be fed once or twice a week, less as they age. In order to figure out how often to feed your turtle, you will need to determine how old it is. Pellets should make up the bulk of its protein sources.

How much water does a red eared slider need?

Red-eared sliders need an adequate amount of water in which to swim. At a minimum, the water should be at least 1.5 to two times as deep as your turtle is long (so a 4-inch turtle should have a minimum water depth of 6 inches).

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