Since most turtles spend a great deal of their time in water, one would expect them to have fins. Yet examining a typical turtle, one sees no discernible fins. This leads to the question on whether turtles actually have fins – and if they don’t, how they manage to operate …
Petting bearded dragons is a really fun experience. But before you pet your bearded dragon, the owner should make sure that they are doing it the right way. Many factors should be considered when petting a bearded dragon. For example, If you want to pet your bearded dragon, make sure …
The axolotl is a remarkable animal and a trending pet also known as the Mexican walking fish, Axolotls aren’t your everyday pet, though they are certifiably unique. They are a kind of salamander that remains aquatic its entire life. They can live for up to 15 years which is unusual …
Snakes fascinate, surprise and frighten some, they are mostly unknown to the general public. For many, a snake is vicious, aggressive, and slimy. However, diehard enthusiasts practice something that would give some people a cold sweat: terrariums. It is about the passion for reptiles which goes so far as to …
Turtles are amazing creatures. They can live in several places such as lakes, oceans, rivers, and even deserts. Small animals like turtles can live in harsh conditions and are targeted by various predators. They need something to defend themselves from the environment and predators. Do turtles have scales? Scute is …
Determining the exact age of a red eared slider can be tricky. That is unless you happen to know when it was hatched. There are nonetheless several methods you can use to make decent estimates of your red ear slider’s age. Read on, to establish how you can work out …
It can often be hard to tell if a turtle is dead, asleep or hibernating/brumating. In this article, you will find information on how you can tell – for sure – if a turtle is dead. What are the signs of a dead turtle? This is how to tell if …
People often express interest in knowing whether turtles have tails, and if they do, what purpose(s) those tails serve. Read on, for answers. Do turtles have tails? Yes, all turtles have tails. Male turtles have longer and thicker tails than female turtles. The turtle tail serves an important role in …
One of the most frequently asked questions about turtles is as to whether they sleep. In this article, we answer that question comprehensively: with regard to whether turtles sleep – and if they do, how, when and where they sleep. Do turtles sleep? Yes, turtles do sleep. They find safe …
Did you know that the painted turtle is the most common pet turtle in the United States and worldwide? A painted turtle is also a popular turtle beside the red-eared slider. To maintain a painted turtle, you have to think about creating a great habitat tank for your pet painted …
Anoles are the special types of lizards that are genius and great pets, but as they grow older, they start showing some symptoms of dying. What are the signs my Anole is dying? Several signs such as joint swelling, appetite loss, hard breathing, bloody stools, and a running nose may …
Do hermit crabs and turtles get along? There is much resemblance between turtle and hermit crabs. Both of them are terrestrial and aquatic. Both species can live in the aquarium, and many people keep them as pets. If you want to keep both of them in one place, then it …
As the winter sets in, turtles seem to suddenly ‘disappear’. This causes people who have an interest in them to wonder where they go. And that in turn leads to the question as to whether turtles hibernate, and if so, how they go about it. This article addresses these and …
One of the questions we often get regarding turtles is on how they reproduce. People want to know whether turtles lay eggs and if so, when, where and how they lay the eggs. In this article, you will find the answers to all those questions. Do turtles lay eggs? The …
Snakes are one of the most feared animals by humans. Some people make snakes as pets, and others are afraid even if they only see them from afar. Sometimes if we see snakes and fear them, snakes will approach us as if knowing we are intimidated by them. Can snakes …
One of the most frequently asked questions about turtles is the one on how they mate. Sometimes, we get this question from people who are considering breeding turtles. At other times, we get this question from individuals who are just curious. Read on, for answers. How do turtles mate? Turtle …
One of the most fascinating things about turtles is their ability to go into their shells. After witnessing this phenomenon, most people are left with a number of questions, key among them being on why turtles hide in the shells. Read on, for answers. Why do turtle hide in their …
You may already be familiar with turtles in the water, but did you know that turtles can drown too? Turtle owners must know this because they may think that turtles are animals that can live in water like fish and breath underwater. Can Turtles breathe underwater? Turtles are not like …
Have you ever seen a white spot on your turtle shell? There are several possibilities for your turtle to have white spot disease, and one of them can be easily treated. Many equate the white spot on the turtle shell with the ich that often occurs in freshwater fish. Can turtles …
It can be very disconcerting to discover that your turtle is throwing up. Upon making this discovery, you will want to know why the turtle is throwing up, and what you can do about it. Read on, to find answers. If you have a turtle throwing up, it may be …
What happens if a snake eats something too big? Many people ask this question. If you are going to keep reptiles like snakes, you should know the feeding cycle and feeding thing for them. One of the most important things in feeding is the size of edible that you give …
A lot is being researched & written on the painted turtle diet and especially what do baby painted turtles eat. Now with more knowledge and conveniences, adapting painted turtles as a pet is a new fad catching up with the masses. what do baby painted turtles eat? The painted turtle …
Every turtle owner would want to have a dream aquarium by having a stunning aquarium design and turtle basking platform ideas. There’s a lot to think about when it comes to finding a place to live for your turtle. In addition, you need to know about turtle behavior that requires …
Having an iguana as a pet is trending all over. Even though many people find iguanas boring, in reality, iguanas are very fast and fascinating creatures. With exceptionally strong jaws and eyesight, they are unlike any other pets. They can climb trees and swim. When it comes to swimming iguana …
How long can turtles go without eating? This question is usually asked by owners who own pet turtles. If you are planning to get a pet turtle, then you should know the answer to this question. Technically speaking, it can be different depending on the species and the age of …