The Red-eared Slider (Trachemys scripta elegans) is a semi-aquatic turtle belonging to the family Emydidae. It is a native of the southern United States, but has become common in ...

For those of us in the northern hemisphere, the winter months present some challenges. It's especially important now to be sure the turtle tank is equipped with a good water heater ...

Quick guide to the care of red eared slider turtles as pets. ... Red eared sliders are semi aquatic turtles that are very commonly kept as pets.

Life expectancy: The Red-eared Slider can live 50-70 years. Temperament. Turtles soon acclimate to new environments, though they may spend the first several days hidden within their ...

Answer in response to a question I am asked frequently about feeding red eared sliders, especially young turtles.

General Description: The Red-eared Slider (Trachemys scripta elegans) is a medium-to-large sized turtle capable of reaching straight carapace lengths of 7 to 9" in males ...

In addition to this website, I've also created a yahoo group for owners of RES Turtles. JOIN HERE

Common Name: Red-Eared Slider Turtle Classification: Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Reptilia Order: Testudines Family: Emydidae Genus: Trachemys

Some facts about the slider turtle and red ear slider with pictures. ... Slider Turtle: Chrysemys scripta Red Ear Slider: Chrysemys ...

The red-eared slider is perhaps the best known and most recognizable of turtles. It is a medium sized turtle with a dark green oval shell, marked with yellow in younger turtles ...