Health & WellbeingI am in hopes someone can help me!! My dogs found a turtle in my backyard, and I am curious of its species. Can someone identify what it's species is? And if decided to keep as a pet, what is the best care for the little thing?
Thank you for using Boop by Petco. This appears to be a box turtle. Please do not keep this turtle as a pet, In most states it is illegal to do so, beyond that it is very difficult to provide adequate housing and nutrition for wild reptiles. Many species of box turtle are endangered or vulnerable due to human interference. http://www.boxturtles.com/box-turtle-conservation/ If interested in a turtle for a pet, I recommend you search for local reptile or turtle rescues in your area. box turtles and other species can live up to 50 years in captivity, so need a long-term commitment. But often end up in rescue when people can’t take care of them there entire lives
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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