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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Glossary of Red Eared Slider Turtle Terms 3
  • Chapter One: Understanding Red Ear Slider Turtles 23
  • Basic Red Ear Slider Turtle Information 25
  • Summary of Red Ear Slider Turtle Facts 26
  • Basic Red Ear Slider Turtle Information 26
  • Origin and Distribution 27
  • Species and Subspecies of the Red Ear Slider Turtle 28
  • Red Ear Slider Turtle Environmental Issues 30
  • Chapter Two: Things to Know Before Getting a Red Ear Slider Turtles 33
  • Do You Need a License? 35
  • How Many Red Ear Slider Turtles Should You Keep? 37
  • Do Red Ear Slider Turtles Get Along With Other Pets? 38
  • How Much Does It Cost to Keep a Red Ear Slider Turtle? 39
  • What Are The Pros and Cons Of Keeping a Red Ear Slider Turtle? 41
  • Chapter Three: Purchasing Your Red Ear Slider Turtle 45
  • On Adopting Rescues 46
  • How to Choose a Reputable Red Ear Slider Turtle Breeder 48
  • Tips for Selecting a Healthy Red Ear Slider Turtle 49
  • Chapter Four: Caring for Your Red Ear Slider Turtle 51
  • The Basics of Reptile Thermoregulation 53
  • Red Ear Slider Turtle Housing or Enclosure 55
  • Temperature and Lighting Requirements 56
  • Maintaining Humidity 57
  • Chapter Five: Meeting Your Red Ear Slider Turtle’s Nutritional Needs 61
  • The Nutritional Needs of Red Ear Slider Turtles 62
  • Animal or high-protein foods 63
  • Plant-based food, including fruits and vegetables 65
  • Important Vitamins and Minerals 66
  • Tips for Feeding Your Red Ear Slider Turtle 67
  • Chapter Six: Red Ear Slider Turtle Care and Husbandry 69
  • Understanding Red Ear Slider Turtle Behavior 70
  • Red Ear Slider Turtle Hibernation or Brumation 72
  • Preparing a Hibernaculum 74
  • Chapter Seven: Red Ear Slider Turtle Handling and Temperament 77
  • Red Ear Slider Turtle Temperament 78
  • Tips for Handling your Red Ear Slider Turtle 78
  • The Growth and Development of Red Ear Slider Turtles 80
  • Behavioral Characteristics of Red Ear Slider Turtles 81
  • Chapter Eight: Breeding Your Red Ear Slider Turtle 85
  • Selection and Care of the Breeding Pair 88
  • Laying and Care of the Eggs 89
  • Caring for the Hatchlings 90
  • Chapter Nine: Keeping Your Red Ear Slider Turtle Healthy 93
  • Common Conditions Affecting Red Ear Slider Turtles 95
  • Preventing Your Turtle from Becoming a Health Hazard 100
  • Red Ear Slider Turtle Care Sheet 103
  • 1.) Basic Red Ear Slider Turtle Information 104
  • 2.) Habitat Requirements 105
  • 3.) Nutritional Needs 105
  • 4.) Breeding Information 106
  • INDEX 107
  • Photo Credits 111
  • References 113

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