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Turtle Tail : Do Turtles Have Tails? (15 Cool Facts)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Do Turtles Sleep? (15 Interesting Facts) + Tortoises

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Painted Turtle Tank Step And Size : 7 Interesting Tips For Ideal Tank

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Do Hermit Crabs And Turtles Get Along? (7 Cool Facts)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Do Turtles Hibernate? (9 Interesting Turtle Brumation Facts)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Do Turtles Lay Eggs? (15 Interesting Facts)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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How Do Turtles Mate? 15 Cool Turtle And Tortoise Mating Facts

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Why Do Turtle Hide In Their Shells? (7 Unique Reasons)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Can Turtles Drown? Can Turtles Breathe Underwater? 7 Cool Facts

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Can Turtles Get Ich? (7 Interesting Health Facts!)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Turtle Throwing Up : 7 Clear Reasons And How To Stop

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Painted Turtle Diet : What Do Baby Painted Turtles Eat? 3 Important Habitat Considerations

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Turtle Basking Platform Ideas : 3 Vibrant And Quick DIY Ideas

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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How Long Can Turtles Go Without Eating? 3 Clear Feeding Plan

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

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 …

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Red Eared Slider Tank : Is 100 Gallon Turtle Tank The Best For Your Pet Turtle?

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

A red eared slider usually has plenty of space in a tank, but it is important to know the difference for each size of your turtle so that you can get the right-sized tank for your new pet. Sliders are very active turtles with aesthetically pleasing shell, which means that …

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Do Turtles Eat Rocks? Why Is My Turtle Eating Rocks? 5 Best Ways To Stop

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Three things are unique to turtles, being the oldest living species, scientists say over 250 million years, long life span, 80 to over 100 years, and of course their leisure movement. Pet turtle owners often wonder do turtles eat rocks. Turtles are classified as reptiles. Most Turtle breeds are omnivorous, …

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Why Is My Turtle Not Moving? (5 Clear Reasons)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Many people ask the question: why is my turtle not moving? You should know the complete information about your vet before keeping them. When you have all information about your pet, you feel not to worry about any issue associated with your pet. Why is my turtle not moving? There …

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Turtle Shell Peeling : Do Turtles Shed Their Shells? 3 Best Shell Rot Vs Shell Shedding Differences

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Turtles are amazing creatures, as anyone who has ever had one in your home or around the house can attest. One of the uniqueness of the turtle is the turtle shells. They are primarily bone with up to 60 bones. Plates, called turtle scutes, cover the shells. When the turtle …

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Can Turtles Flip Themselves Over? (9 Interesting Facts)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

One of the most frequently asked questions about turtles is as to whether they can flip themselves over. Usually, the person asking this question will be a turtle owner who happens to come across his precious pet in an upside down position. A turtle in an upside down position looks …

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Turtle Hibernation : Do Turtles Hibernate? 9 Clear Facts

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Turtles are reptiles of the order Testudines. The term “Turtle” may refer to the order as a whole, or to fresh-water and sea-dwelling testudines. The earliest known fossil turtle is Proganochelys quenstedti, from the Lower Triassic (245–242 million years ago). Talking of turtles and their characteristics, what about when it …

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Are Turtles Omnivores Or Carnivores Or Herbivores? 9 Clear Facts

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Turtles are reptiles, and have been around for millions of years. Turtles spend most of their time on land and also on water, and they are therefore excellent swimmers. They can live to be over 100 years old, and grow to be anywhere from 2 inches to 20 inches long. …

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Why Do Turtles Stack? (9 Interesting Turtle Stacking Facts)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Turtles are reptiles that live in and around water. They have shells and can breathe air, but they spend much of their time underwater. They’re often found in ponds or lakes, but some species can be found in the ocean as well. turtles can also be kept as pets in …

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Why Is My Tortoise Not Pooping? (9 Menacing Facts)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Is your tortoise giving you a nightmare? Do you get frustrated watching your tortoise not opening bowel for two or more days ? Similar to  another animal , pooping is a sign of good health for your tortoise . So Why is my tortoise not pooping? Tortoise could face constipation …

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Do Turtles Get Lonely? (15 Interesting Facts)

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Aside from turtles being reptiles which belong to the Chelonii family, turtles are characterized by a distinct and bony shell which develops from their ribs, and which acts as a shield. “Turtle” may refer to the order as a whole. The order Chelonii, or Testudines, is made up of both …

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Can Turtles Run? How Fast Can A Turtle Run? 9 Cool Facts

by Rajkumar Ravichandran

Sea turtles are part of the group of reptiles that have lived on earth for more than 135 million years. They can thrive well in every ocean apart from the Arctic. There are 7 types of sea turtles, of which six are endangered, with one being considered threatened. Talking of …

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Welcome to Learn About Pet. My name is Rajkumar Ravichandran and I love all pets, travel, and amazing food. I write about my passion and personal experience caring for multiple pets in this blog! ❤️

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