I bought this and my turtle loves it. It’s not his main source of food. But he loves it10mo ⋅ Mental_Disk2574 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Pesto only eats the Dried Shrimp but he needs nutrition! What else do you guys feed your Res for nutrition besides pellets?4yr ⋅ ryancess ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
This is all my baby turtle does, just stays out of water with its eyes closed. He does this all day! Anyone else’s like this? I got him off some stand and was in a small container so I got him this new one & thought he’d enjoy the space but just seems to bask all day.1yr ⋅ Lazy-Zombie8520 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Any tips for cloudy water? I change it regularly and have a good filter... and a separate feeder tank. it just gets cloudy again within a week or two. Here’s a photo of sweet baby elvie and a thanks in advance🥰1yr ⋅ Geosltotlv ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Finished building an over the tank basking area for my 120 gallon RES tank4yr ⋅ MrDrProfSir93 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
does anyone else's turt like to sit in the basking area and hold their head underwater?1yr ⋅ BigOlStinkMan ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Someone got an upgrade from 50 to 90 gallon tank. Comments? Suggestions? Am I doing it right?!4yr ⋅ c_blu2 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Omg help. It looked like a brown scab. Now this. Please help me2yr ⋅ ElJefePinche ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Any ideas? 14yo male. found this growth. Can't take him to vet until Tuesday1yr ⋅ patrickmitchellphoto ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
I already took him to the vet for a physical and she said he was fine but to keep an eye on this slighttt red I’m seeing on the bottom of his shell and tell her if it changes, can y’all give your opinions as well?1yr ⋅ slycrescentmoon ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
A request for his tank set up. Ask and you shall receive😇 its a lil small but i can always add more water once i get a different type of basking area. Theres some marbles and balls in there that he plays w3yr ⋅ redsly4 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Please help, there's a big hole it looks like, in the bottom of the shell of My sister's red eared slider turtle, and we don't know what caused it, we found out because they apparently went to check on her and feed her, and her water was full of blood, and at the time they couldn't find the source10mo ⋅ jrcspiderman2003 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Came into the room the get something but was greeted with this instead 🥺🥺4yr ⋅ _Shmooop_ ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Posted a pic of my 20 gallon and got a LOT of hate for it being too small. Just got a used 55 gallon! Tell me what you think, advice, etc!4yr ⋅ spaceninja110 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
any advice or anything wrong with my tank? 36 gallon tank btw2yr ⋅ imbetterthan_u69 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Just got my turtles I’m so excited to start this Journey with these group. More content on my YouTube: PressureReptiles4yr ⋅ PressureReptiles ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
is there anything I can do to improve my turtles tank and is it good overall?? Turtle equipment is expensive and I do the best I can he has a tank that holds a good amount of water for him to actually swim in, a basking spot, and a working filter. What else should I add?2yr ⋅ coffeemakesmedookie ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
ny res just bit me and i think it was by mistake but what should i do to the wound now?1yr ⋅ KiritoKaza ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Guys please help, are those red hues shell rot. I am very worried about my Shelly and I want to be sure. Some of the areas close to the red are soft but I don’t know if the underpart of the shell is usually soft. Should I take her to the vet or give her more calcium??? Please help!!!1yr ⋅ ArugulaEmergency5393 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
is this a good set up for a baby RES? he’s about one inch right now in a 20gal.2yr ⋅ zoewalker886 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Ive had this slider along w/ 2 others for close to 20 yrs. During the summer they live in a 2,000 gallon pond & they winter in a 175g tank. In the last couple months the pictured girl has been very lathargic & hardly eating. Is she on her way out? Anything I can do?1yr ⋅ GenZBiker ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
My set ups fresh as in just got this lil fella yesterday and had to scramble to get him together however I know it’s bare any ideas of how to make it fun for him?11mo ⋅ Ning_daruler ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Just moved my 9 year old boy into a large tank. Got a fx6, play sand that's filtered a turtle dock and that's it. What else can I add? Thanks for the help already!4yr ⋅ skluge22 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Hello, I bought this turtle thtee weeks ago. Based on the picture, is it a shell rot?1yr ⋅ Remarkable_Stop3380 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Hello ! Need advice here. Meet Kiwi, my RES, was gifted a month ago. There have been no issues, eats well, basks well, has become perfectly familiar with me. All I'm concerned about is the change in the colour as you can see - should I be worried ? Also, how do I feed him calcium ? Egg shells ?3yr ⋅ DoctorHan ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Are the thick dark lines between his scutes shell rot or is his shell just changing color?3yr ⋅ taxicabtoslowtown ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Some major beef on the basking platform. From the left: Charlie, Dawson and Andi. My three biggest shell kids3yr ⋅ hujassman ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Does anyone what this could come from? The injury on the head2yr ⋅ richardbielawski ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Hey guys, my girlfriend says my turtle is overweight and I need to stop feeding him so much. I’m here to ask how much should I be feeding my turtle. He’s 2 years old.8mo ⋅ Evening-Ranger-6500 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
I have a superstition that my turtle is beginning to develop shell rot, all vets in my area are closed until Monday. What should I do until then. I included a picture of her shell, it wasn’t like this yesterday I don’t know what is happening please help.1yr ⋅ ArugulaEmergency5393 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
So my wife(vet tech) brought this little guy home last night I got what I think are the essentials for turtles. But would love some advice on how to make a better habitat for him.4yr ⋅ Stretchsquiggles ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
i just moved my 2 RES (finch & riley) to an outside setup; i’m based in socal. i see them snoozing often and no longer basking. worried that’s a bad sign as i read they shouldn’t brumate in captivity. more details in comments!3yr ⋅ lovebirdsandwine ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
This is Mr. Tiddles he I got him when he was the size of a loonie 4 years ago he has a big tank and has lived well in his surroundings this whole time4yr ⋅ Nikkolas89 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Please help, I'm not sure what to do about my turtle outgrowing her floating basking spot. I am planning on purchasing a larger tank, but what can I do in the meantime?1yr ⋅ Grundelloz ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
My wife got Slippi in the third grade when she was only 4 inches long. She was 12” long and 20 years old when she passed in May 2018. I designed and built this 200 gallon aquarium (and the 55 gallon sump filter underneath it) for Slippi soon after we got married in 2013.5yr ⋅ GrillinGorilla ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Y’all what do you think this is? Is it an egg? I thought both my turtles were female. But maybe not? Tbh I don’t know how egg laying works for turtles but if anyone knows please explain. Thanks! First time I’ve seen this in my tank.2yr ⋅ Both-Ad-2744 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
My hard backed buddies set up. FX5 for filtrations and a coralife uv sterilizer.4yr ⋅ LegoTurtle ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Hi! I know diddly about owning turtles and my sister rescued a really little (~2 in or so) red eared slider in our backyard from some fire ants. This is our current setup for him, he's swimming around the edges. Any help on keeping him alive?3yr ⋅ DarkTortoise23 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Help! Red seams on my RES’ shell. His behavior and appetite is normal. He’s been in the care of my parents for the past few weeks and at some point, they fed him Axolotl food which has a similar color - could that be the cause? Any info is appreciated!1yr ⋅ RamanPathak ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
First time turtle owner! Had my little guy for a little over month now, is he shedding? Hard water stain? Or maybe shell rot? He’s got a proper basking area with UVB, treated water, eats milworms and baby turtle food. There doesn’t seem to be a smell, but I’m a bit paranoid!4yr ⋅ ladytaybone ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Is this size filter good?Amazon says it’s rated for 205 gal, but I’m more curious about the price, 150$, it seems very cheap compared to, the fx6 for example1yr ⋅ Monumentmendez ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Marty, Donnie and Dawson playing stackable turtles on the basking platform. Yes, the plexiglass is a little water spotted.4yr ⋅ hujassman ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Should I be considered with the “white shell” appearance? Any tips? Turtle basks in a zoomed UVB light, and I try and take her out into the sunshine a couple times a week.1yr ⋅ Fmilopas ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Should I swap out the big plastic wood thing for an in tank basking DIY?2yr ⋅ SFX200 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Hi guys! I just got two RES as a gift a few days ago. I’ve never taken care of turtles before so I would really appreciate all your advices.4yr ⋅ bebetoni ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
I got this turtle topper, but just like the Penn plax one, the ramp is pretty slick. Do any of you have any ideas on what to use to add grip? I put zip ties around then hot glue over them to make it bubbled to have something to grab on to, but I feel it’s not gonna work the best. Inputs appreciated3yr ⋅ Chadbigears801 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
This is my aquarium...is it a really bad set up for her? She gets on the rock easily. Sometimes I add plants but she ends up eating them all2yr ⋅ wendygeee ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Being gifted an RES from my wife's parents bc they can't take care of him anymore. Got a used 55g for $25 at LFS. Wondering on decor now. I have planted tanks so thinking some low light plants might work with this set up. Maybe add some large rocks?4yr ⋅ DiscoLem0nade ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
I modified a Rubbermaid storage bin into an (almost) above the water basking area. I need suggestions on how I can fence it off so no mishaps occur1yr ⋅ Grundelloz ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Need to upgrade their tank! Any recommendations? Looking for something natural and with minimal cleaning?1yr ⋅ SnooBeans7612 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
How can I tell if it’s a boy or girl oh btw any name suggestions I was thinking Shelly if it’s a girl and oogway if it’s a boy in reference to master oogway from kong fu panda4yr ⋅ z-star ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
leo’s heat lamp fused. it’s been cold these 2 days and hes heat deprived. what do i do while waiting for a new bulb?1yr ⋅ Aquaruimfish ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
First time I’ve seen this cute boy do this :,) not sure why but it sure was cute. Anyone know why ?4yr ⋅ mac0204 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Hello friends :) ive had my baby for about 4-5 months now! And ive been having difficulty determining whether its a male or a female. Any kind soul willing to help? :)4yr ⋅ schmurblurfleur ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Tank all done! Bernie is happy! New rocks for the tank, bare bottom is easy maintenance but I like having substrate3yr ⋅ Chadbigears801 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Upgrading from 29 to 55 gallons, what do I need? Can I use my two current filters, rated for 60 together, plus another filter rated for 40 gallons for the new tank?1yr ⋅ Monumentmendez ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
What is going on with my little dude? Anyone know what's causing him to shed skin? Is this normal?4yr ⋅ bmongol1111 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Hi, can anyone tell me if bottom shell looks normal because I feel like it’s a bit darker than it was before4yr ⋅ _Shmooop_ ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
help? this is my first time looking at the bottom of my turtles shell so idk if this is normal or not (i’m fairly new(?)also) but can anyone tell me what this is and if it’s bad, and if so what can i do to fix it?! side note: i felt terrible holding him on his back 😫1yr ⋅ Embarrassed_Ad5876 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Hi, i’m really struggling to understand the best lighting for my turtle. Currently, I use these in a dual lighting fixture. I recently got a separate fixture so they won’t be side by side. Are these ok to use? They are both on the top of the above tank basking dock. More info in comments.1yr ⋅ joyzs7 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
My RES doesn’t move its front legs, what could be wrong with it??? Also, when I got it, it came with that spot2yr ⋅ Nobi250 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Is my turtles poo red? It sure stinks like poo but it looks more like crumbled food, although my boy doesn’t consume anything red. Plz help4yr ⋅ reverse__centaur ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
HELP! This is Herbie my lil man, not sure what's going on here with his shell, it's been like this for maybe about a year but it dosen't seem to bother him. He loves back scratches and hes eating perfectly fine. He dosen't bask as much as he could but for the most part hes alright!4yr ⋅ Andysauresrex ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
Just Bought this for my turtle and it sinks halfway in the water when turtle climbs it. Half of turtle body in water but shell fully dry. Is there anything I can do to prevent it from sinking when turtle climbs it?1yr ⋅ jaywill079 ⋅ r/Redearedsliders
