Iowaturtle wrote:I'm all good legally cause k didn't buy the turtle. The fish were hitting so hard that day I'm shocked it wasn't eaten anyway..
Right now he's in a 10 gallon set up. He has a filter, 60 watt heating bulb and a 13 w uvb light. Right now I see a very happy and active turtle. Sort of a begger lol. Not so interested in dried foods or pellets though. I keep trying. If he doesn't go for them I take out the dried food after about a half hour. I'm also having a little trouble uploading a pic.
Also, my cousin offered me a 30 or 50 gallon tank for cheap! So I most definitely plan on getting him set up in that by the end of the summer.
steve wrote:I think Rizvan is saying it is illegal in most places to take a turtle from the wild, just as it is to release them. Specific breeds might have their own subset of regulations, but it's generally frowned upon to take wild animals from their homes. Anyway, it looks like it is allowed in Iowa.
Iowaturtle wrote:steve wrote:I think Rizvan is saying it is illegal in most places to take a turtle from the wild, just as it is to release them. Specific breeds might have their own subset of regulations, but it's generally frowned upon to take wild animals from their homes. Anyway, it looks like it is allowed in Iowa.
Thanks! And for sure.. Had to do a little checking up and I think I'm all good. What's done is done lol I definitely have to give the turtle a happy and healthy life thigh since I've made the commitment. It's fun. Another question I have is are they okay in solidarity? Should I consider a second turtle? I feel bad for him being all alone besides a few fish in his tank. I am a beginner owner though and I don't wanna overwhelm myself. I just wonder when the best time to introduce another turtle, if ever, would be.. Considering this guy just hatched this year
Rizvan wrote:OH and maybe get your 20-50 gallon tank from your cousin when you introduce your turtle to his new friend
steve wrote:Since it's a hatchling, I'd probably keep it alone. Male sliders and painteds can be aggressive and should be separated from other turtles.
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