turtle

[retorres70]

am thinking about getting a turtle. don't know if any one here can help but need any ifo that i can get. any suggestions? kind of turtles, want aquatic turtle that doesn't get too big. thinking snapping turtle, but they can get big. help. thanks.

 

[Toirtis]

A mainly aquatic turtle that stays small would be a stinkpot....they still need some dry land, and appropriate lighting, but they will stay much smaller (about 5") than virtually any other species you can easily obtain.

 

[Exlax]

Yes Toirtis is correct i think the Stinkpot is the best choice for you. RES get up to 12"+ . And turtles need special light that give off UVB it should be over a spot that is dry and they can lay out on.

 

[deeni0z]

Is Stinkpot the real name for the type of turtles you mentioned? I'm thinking "stinkpot" is just what you call it 'cause they get really stiiiiiiiiky.

 

[Toirtis]

Is Stinkpot the real name for the type of turtles you mentioned?

It really is....the taxon is Sternotherus odoratus.

 

[SoylentGrundy]

turtles are pretty cool, but be sure you have a setup that meets the need of the specific turtle you choose. i've seen a lot of people that just think they can stick them in small tank and feed them whatever. be sure to do a lot of research before you buy.

 

[millipede]

Another thing to remember when looking into things like turtles is REPTILE Advice

 

[Devilishturtles]

I've got two red-eared sliders. Turtles are difficult to care for, so please make sure you do the neccesary research before buying. A RES can get about 12-14 inches in carcapace diameter.

A female stinkpot would be your best selection if you are looking for it to stay small. They get to be about 4 inches in adulthood.

Here is a great site for all around turtle care:

http://happyturtle.ms11.net//

Make sure you can provide all of the neccesities before you get a turtle

Good luck!

 

[Cafe Jeff]

Thought about one of these:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/4006351.stm


Jeff

 

[Cafe Jeff]

Gotta love this guy!