Turtles have a somewhat antisocial personality, they don’t interact with other turtles unless they really have to, for example when they are mating. So it’s very unusual to see two turtles...
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Like most animals, turtles need to sleep, but unlike most other animals, turtles have a very unique way of sleeping. Most turtles sleep between 4 and 6 hours during the night. Aquatic turtles...
We all know that turtles are good swimmers, they spend most of their life in water after all. But what about tortoises, can they swim just as well? Tortoises are land reptiles and can’t swim,...
In general, tortoises are very docile and peaceful creatures, so you wouldn’t expect to see one of them trying to bite you. But like every animal, tortoises must have some way to defend themselves...
How to Tell if a Turtle Is Male or Female (Guide With Pictures)
If you own a pet turtle, at some point, you will want to know if it’s a boy or a girl. But in most cases, this is easier said than done, unless you have a well-structured guide with pictures that...
There are two different ways in which a tortoise can sleep. One of them is with its head and legs stretched out. Or it can sleep while completely hiding in its shell. In this article, we are going to...