How many pellets should I feed my turtle daily?

Posted:
Fri Oct 08, 2010 2:14 pm
by Eskander
My RES Archie (don't know his/her sex yet) is nearly 2 inches long. How many pellets should I feed him/her daily?
Currently I feed him around 5-7 pellets but I'm thinking that's too much.
Re: How many pellets should I feed my turtle daily?

Posted:
Fri Oct 08, 2010 4:12 pm
by marisa
As many as would conservatively fit into his hollow head (not neck). Some pellets are larger than others, so it would be smaller number for some pellets.
You're the best judge of how many is too much. If you think 5 - 7 of whatever pellets you're giving is too much, then cut back. Sometimes it's good to experiment a little.