Red Eared Sider Turtles And Why You Should Get One
Reasons to buy a red slider turtle
Red sliders make for the perfect pet. They don't need much in a day, and they are safe for children to be around since they are in a tank. They can also be a relaxation in a busy life. Who wouldn't want to relax to an aquatic animal swim around in a beautiful habitat?
Diet
- Fish
- Lettuce
- Carrots
- Turtle Pellets
- Worms
- Freeze dried shrimp
About
The Red Eared Slider Turtle's scientific name is trachemys scripta elegans. Average adult size is 6-12 inches long. Their life span is between 20-40 years. Turtles reach their adult size between 12-18 months.
The habitat that the turtle lives in should be at least a 40 gallon breeder tank with a screen lid, therefore the turtle cannot escape. Other items that should be included in the tank are plants, gravle, a basking rock, and verious other items for a cozy home. The tank also needs to have a heating light and a heater so the water temperature is a consistant temperature. (water temperature should be(95°F for the warm end/basking area and 75°F for the cool end/water).
