What kind of plants do turtles eat?

Answer 1

Depends on the species, and sometimes the age.

Pond turtles, such as Red-ear Sliders or Painted turtles, for example eat mostly insects and 'aquatic meats' when young and do not eat plants at all.

As they get bigger, they add on dark leafy greens and some veggies.

Tortoises eat the plants similar to their wild diet. Box Turtles eat a variety of plants- but mostly insects.

Try the care sheets at http://www.austinsturtlepage.com for more help.

Answer 2

What Plants Do Turtles Eat

Answer 3

This depends on the type of turtle. Most turtles are largely insectivores, but almost all will compliment their diet with vegetation. Tortoises are the opposite.

The most important thing is that you give them a good variety of high grade items. Iceberg lettuce and romaine have little nutritional value. Collard greens, kale, red-leaf, etc. make good choices as well as fruits and veggies like carrots, apples, melons, pairs, berries, etc. Just don't give them too much bananas (high potassium).

Good luck,
Robert, aka Reptile Bob

Answer 4

It depends on the what type of turtle it is.
Mostly they eat dark leafy greens.

Answer 5

vegetarians eat lutes um any kind of greens actually so keep up the good work