Aquatic Turtle Quiz 🧠

📚 What you learned about aquatic turtles

1. What friendly thing can pet turtles do at feeding time?✅ Recognize their owner and swim overTurtles can recognize their owners and will swim right over at feeding time!
2. Where do aquatic turtles spend most of their time?✅ In the water swimmingAquatic turtles are swimmers that spend most of their time in the water.
3. What does an aquatic turtle's home need besides water?✅ A dry basking spot with a heat lampTurtles need a dry basking spot with a heat lamp and UVB lighting to climb out and warm up.
4. What do aquatic turtles like to eat?✅ Turtle pellets, greens, and protein treatsAquatic turtles eat turtle pellets plus leafy greens and occasional protein treats.
5. About how long can an aquatic turtle live?✅ 20 to 40 yearsAquatic turtles can live 20 to 40 years, which is a multi-decade commitment.
6. Why is washing your hands important after touching a turtle?✅ Turtles can carry salmonellaTurtles commonly carry salmonella, so always wash your hands well.
7. Which small turtle is a better fit for a smaller tank?✅ Musk turtleThe musk turtle stays small, so it is a better fit for smaller tanks.
8. Why is a red-eared slider named that way?✅ It has a red stripe behind each eyeThe red-eared slider is named for the red stripe behind each eye.

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