Cooter Turtle Care Infographic

The infographic you uploaded provides a comprehensive guide on how to care for Cooter turtles. Here’s a summary of the key points:

Housing:

• A minimum of a 125-gallon tank is recommended.

Basking Temperature:

• Should be maintained between 80 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Water Temperature:

• Keep it between 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Ambient Temperature:

• Around 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Diet:

• Worms, insects, fish, shrimp, carrots, endive, lettuce, leafy vegetables, apple, pellets, and supplements are listed as appropriate foods.

Tank Size:

• 10 to 20 gallons for baby turtles.
• 100 to 125 gallons for adult turtles, noting that as turtles grow, owners often need to upgrade to larger tanks or consider an outdoor location for adult cooters.

Feeding Methods:

• The 15-minute Rule: Provide enough food for the turtle to eat for 15-20 minutes, then remove leftovers.
• The Head Method: Offer an amount of food equivalent to the size of the turtle’s head.

Home Treatments for Common Health Issues:

1. Hypovitaminosis: Use vitamin A-rich diets to prevent or treat.
2. Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD): Use high-quality UV light and a balanced diet.
3. Obesity: Prevent by avoiding overfeeding and unnecessary food items.
4. Parasite Attack: Maintain cleanliness to prevent.

Cooter Turtle Tank Necessities:

• Basking Dock.
• Heating Lamp.
• UV Light.
• Water Filter.
• Tank Heater.

Suitable Temperature and Humidity:

• Water Temperature: 75 – 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ambient Temperature: 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Basking Temperature: 80 – 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Breeding Care:

• Select a healthy adult pair and prepare them well.
• Maintain a male to female ratio of 1:5 for successful mating.
• Separate after copulation and wait for the female to lay eggs.
• Surround the habitat with sand and moist soil for egg deposition.
• Collect the eggs and incubate them; temperature ranges affect the gender of hatchlings.