how can i tell if my water turtle is a boy or girl 2 are about 2 years old and 1 is 1 is it dangerous to the young one if i put him with the 2 big ones will he stop eating?
2006-09-10 04:00:16 · 4 answers · asked by Yahoo Usr 1 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
when can i start breeding them or when is it theyre time of year to start how old dothey need to be?
2006-09-10 04:06:08 · update #1
Usually male turtles are larger, have a longer tail, and longer nails than a female turtle. It is generally safe to house turtles together. They are a docile creatures and usually get along just fine. Keep an eye on the turtle when you first introduce them to each other just to be safe.
2006-09-10 04:12:42 · answer #1 · answered by Pixie31 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sexing small turtles is tough and not usually accurate.
Sharing the tank is fine as long as it is big enough.
They will start breeding at about 4-5 years old.
You can learn a ot more at http://www.redearslider.com
2006-09-10 23:52:03 · answer #2 · answered by Madkins007 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the first answerer is wrong, the male water turtle is ALWAYS
smaller than the female
2006-09-10 16:58:52 · answer #3 · answered by Loollea 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Here's a good link for breeding: http://www.petturtle.com/breeding.htm
and one for determining sex: http://happyturtle.ms11.net/sexing.html
2006-09-10 11:35:17 · answer #4 · answered by JaneDivided 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋