Hibernation is nature’s way of ensuring that your turtles have a very much much better opportunity of survival. It also prepares them for reproduction, as this period of time rouses ovulation and stimulates sperm production.

This really is a phase when your pet turtles enter into a condition exactly where their metabolisms and body temperatures drop.

It has been well-researched that hibernation is just a organic way for feral turtles to save power during times of low availability of food and harsh weather conditions.

I actually adore my modest pet turtles. But I later found out they have specific requirements that have to be met to maintain them content and healthy. more…

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