Yellow-bellied sliders (Trachemys scripta scripta) are large, semi-aquatic, diurnal reptiles native to the southern United States. They can be found in ponds, lakes, swamps, and slow-flowing rivers, spending most of their lives in the water. Yellow-bellied sliders generally grow up...
Wood turtles (Glyptemys insculpta) are medium-sized, semi-aquatic, diurnal reptiles distributed unevenly throughout eastern Canada and the northeastern quadrant of the United States. They prefer riparian habitats where they spend time both on land and in the water. Wood turtles are...
Three-toed box turtles (Terrapene carolina triunguis) are small to medium-sized, terrestrial turtles native to the central United States. They generally prefer moist woodlands for habitat, although they can sometimes be found in hardwood swamps. They like having access to plenty...
The spotted turtle (Clemmys guttata) is a small, semi-aquatic reptile found along the eastern coast of the United States, as well as most of the Great Lakes area. They prefer quiet, slow-flowering bodies of water with plenty of vegetation, including...
Reeve’s Turtles (Mauremys reevesii) are medium-sized, semi-aquatic, diurnal reptiles native to east Asia. Like most freshwater turtles, they prefer habitats that feature bodies of slow-moving or still water with a soft bottom, basking opportunities, and plenty of aquatic vegetation. Hatchling...
Table of Contents Introduction Enclosure Lighting Heating Water Substrate Décor Food Handling Health Resources Introduction Red-eared sliders (Trachemys scripta elegans) are large, semi-aquatic, diurnal reptiles native to much of North America. They are one of the most common turtles...
Painted turtles (Chrysemys picta) are medium-sized, semi-aquatic, diurnal reptiles native to much of North America. They are one of the most common turtles on the continent, and can be found in just about any slow-moving or still body of freshwater...
Ornate box turtles (Terrapene ornata ornata) are small to medium-sized, terrestrial turtles native to the American Midwest. They generally prefer plains, prairies, and open woodlands for habitat, often with sandy soil. Ornate box turtles are generally 4-6” long, and despite...
The mud turtle (Kinosternon sp.) is a small, semi-aquatic reptile that is quite widespread. Populations can be found in the southeastern US, Mexica, Central America, and the northern half of South America. They prefer shallow, stagnant bodies of fresh water...
The musk turtle (Sternotherus odoratus) is also known as the stinkpot turtle. They are a small, aquatic, nocturnal reptile with populations throughout the eastern United States. They naturally occur in the shallows of freshwater ponds, lakes, swamps, and other slow-flowing...
The common map turtle (Graptemys geographica) is a medium-large, semi-aquatic, diurnal reptile native to the northeastern quadrant of the United States. They prefer large bodies of water such as rivers, ponds, and lakes, with plenty of available basking sites. Common...
Eastern box turtles (Terrapene carolina carolina) are small to medium-sized, terrestrial turtles native to the eastern United States. They generally prefer moist woodlands for habitat, although they may also be found in swamp areas. They like having access to lots...
