The Ultimate Guide to Turtles: Everything You Need to Know
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From aquatic setups to basking zones and feeding routines, our turtle care guides help you build the perfect environment for your shelled companion. Whether you’re raising a red-eared slider or a box turtle, we’ve got you covered.
Discover everything from water quality and filtration systems to UVB lighting and dietary needs. Our guides are written to support beginner and experienced turtle owners alike, ensuring long, healthy lives for your turtles.
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Explore our full collection of turtle care guides, habitat tutorials, and species profiles to keep your turtle happy and healthy.
Creating the perfect turtle tank doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our guides break down the essentials — heating, water changes, lighting, and nutrition — so you can care with confidence and clarity.
Pet turtles can be incredibly rewarding animals to care for, but they require specific environments and consistent attention to thrive. Our expert-written guides walk you through the key areas of turtle care — including proper tank setup, filtration, UVB lighting, heating zones, and feeding routines.
We cover both aquatic and terrestrial species, with advice tailored to the needs of red-eared sliders, box turtles, painted turtles, and more. You’ll also learn how to handle common issues like shell rot, algae buildup, and improper basking behavior.
Whether you’re setting up your first turtle tank or fine-tuning your routine, Pets Alpha is your go-to source for simple, effective, and accurate turtle care tips.
Yes, especially species like red-eared sliders and box turtles. They are hardy, low-maintenance, and great for first-time reptile owners.
Absolutely. UVB light is essential for proper calcium absorption and shell development in most turtle species.
Most aquatic turtles need at least a 40-gallon tank. Bigger is better, especially for adult turtles.
A balanced diet includes turtle pellets, leafy greens, occasional fruit, and live protein (like insects or feeder fish), depending on the species.
Partial water changes should be done weekly. A full clean every 3–4 weeks, or sooner if filters are overwhelmed.
Not recommended. Most turtles will eat or harass tank mates, unless the setup is large and carefully managed
Yes. They need a basking area with a heat lamp to regulate their body temperature, typically 85–95°F.
Turtles don’t enjoy handling and can become stressed. Limit handling to cleaning or health checks.
Many species live 20–40 years or more in captivity, making them a long-term commitment.
This could indicate poor lighting, water temperature imbalance, or illness. Always ensure proper heat and UVB zones are available.