Welcome to TurtleOwner.com
We are a passionate group of writers and researchers who write about pet turtles and tortoises.
On this site you will find articles that cover every basic thing that a turtle owner needs to know, as well as all the advanced stuff. Here you will also find countless interesting turtle facts about turtles, tortoises, terrapins and sea turtles. We hope you will enjoy the site and that you will find what you’re looking for.
Popular Posts
Best Pet Turtles That Stay Small and Don’t Grow ( with Pictures )
One of my close friends was thinking of getting a turtle, and he wanted to get one that is small …
Guide for Lighting and Heating a Turtle Tank and Basking Area
One of the first things that you have to know about a pet turtle is how to correctly light the …
How Fast or Slow Are Turtles? (with Videos and Statistics)
Everybody heard at some point that turtles are really slow, but how slow are they? To find out I decided …
Turtle State Laws
Every state has different laws regarding turtles, in some states certain turtle species are allowed as pets, while in other states they are not. If you want to know what the laws about turtles are in your state check out this page where you will find an interactive map that will point you to an article that will explain in simple terms everything that you have to know. Just click on the small map which will take you to the interactive one.
Latest Posts
How Long Do Russian Tortoises Live ?
One of the first things that you should know about a russian tortoise before getting one as a pet is …
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 …
The Best Substrate / Bedding for a Russian Tortoise
Choosing the substrate / bedding for your tortoise is one of the most important thing that you have to do …
How Long Can Sea Turtles Stay Underwater? (With Pictures and Video)
Most sea turtles spend their entire life underwater, but still, they occasionally need to get out for air. Sea turtles …
Is My Red Eared Slider Male or Female? (Guide with Pictures)
If you own a pet turtle, at some point, you will definitely want to know if it’s a male or …
Do Tortoises Bite? How Hard Do They Bite and What to Do
In general tortoises are very docile and peaceful creatures, so you wouldn’t expect to see one of them trying to …