How much should a red eared slider turtle eat?

The amount of food you feed depends a bit on your individual turtle. A good rule of thumb is to feed as much as your turtle will consume in 15 minutes. If you feed your turtle in a separate container, it is easier to monitor how much and how fast your turtle eats.

Should you feed your turtle everyday?

How often do turtles eat? If your turtle is still juvenile, feed it every day, advises Dr. Starkey. Once it reaches adulthood (around 7 years old), you can feed it every other day—or about 4 to 5 times a week.

Is it possible to overfeed a red eared slider?

Overfeeding your red eared slider can lead to obesity problems and even liver disease, so it is important that you stick to a tight feeding schedule. Turtles can also beg for food from you, and you must resist the urge to keep feeding them!

How long can red turtles go without food?

Ideally, an adult healthy turtle that has been properly fed and cared for is able to last for up to 6 months without eating anything.

How do I know if my turtle is hungry?

Most turtles, especially young ones, should be fed daily. For an adult box turtle, a day’s food would be three tablespoons of the vegetable mixture and a couple of earthworms. You know your turtle is hungry when it begins to roam around its enclosure checking the place where you feed it.

Will turtles overeat?

Don’t Overfeed Your Turtle Like many other animals, turtles are opportunistic feeders and will often continue to eat as long as food is available. Turtles will also “beg” for food when you pass by their enclosure or venture near that coveted food shelf.

How do you know if your turtle loves you?

Tortoises may touch their nose to your hand or arm to show affection. This is a common behavior in the wild and is a social behavior. A tortoise or turtle roaming the house or garden may show affection by following you around. They might bump against you for some pats or simply stay a few paces behind you.