One of the first things that you should know about a russian tortoise before getting one as a pet is how long it lives. As we all know getting a pet is a long time commitment and sometimes that long...
Category: Turtle Facts
Turtles Without Shells, do They Exist? (With Pictures and Video)
The shell of a turtle is what sets it apart from every other animal. The type of shell turtles have is unique to them, and it’s also the reason why we can easily recognize a turtle when we see one....
How Long Can Sea Turtles Stay Underwater? (With Pictures and Video)
Most sea turtles spend their entire life underwater, but they occasionally need to get out for air. Sea turtles are not like most animals that live in the ocean, they don’t have gills, instead they...
Is My Red Eared Slider Male or Female? (Guide with Pictures)
If you own a pet red eared slider, 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...
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 against...
Where Do Turtles Go in the Winter? (with Pictures and Video)
I live in an area where turtles seem to be everywhere, during the summer, spring and autumn it’s impossible to take a walk outside and not see a turtle, but during the winter they are nowhere to be...