General Care Discussion :: Introducing a new adult turtle

[tasld1320]

I have a hand raised male that I sucessfully introduced into a 5000 gal outdoor pond several years ago. He shares the pond with 12 Koi. I have come across another hand raised female who was left at a local pet store because she has outgrown her aquarium. Both are about the same size. Can I introduce her to the pond with the adult male? Will he protect his territory and fight? I don't want to risk injury to either tutle. Thoughts? Experience?

FYI both turtles are about 8"

Thanks,

Tim

[bhynne]

with a pond that big, i would think they would be okay. you will probably end up with some babies

[steve]

Hi, welcome to site! You can just try it and see how it goes, hopefully the two will get along. However, you should have a plan to rehome one or return her.