Red-eared slider turtles are omnivores, so they will eat both plant and animal matter. However, as they age, they need less protein. Adults should be fed a diet of 30% meat or protein and 70% plant matter, and babies should be fed a 50/50 diet of plants and meat.

2024年6月26日 · Red-eared sliders need a diet that is a mixture of both animal and plant materials. Young red-eared sliders eat more animal protein, so babies should start with a diet that's more on the carnivorous side.

2024年4月20日 · Jumpstart your red-eared slider's diet with our top food recommendations, and discover how to balance nutrition for a happier, healthier turtle.

2024年10月24日 · Feeding a red-eared slider (RES) can seem complicated at first, but it’s all about balance. I’ll break down everything you need to know about greens, proteins, and a few secret tips to keep your turtle happy and healthy. Once your RES becomes an adult, it leans more towards a plant-based diet.

2021年1月16日 · The Red-Eared Slider is one of the most popular pet turtles around. Their small size, unique patterns, and docile personality make them a great choice. It is almost impossible to find a turtle as interesting and affordable.

2022年7月26日 · Red-eared sliders are a favorite for beginners turtles due to their cute appearance and simple to keep. However, many people who are first time keepers are struggling to provide them with an appropriate red-eared slider diet. Many people are aware that turtles consume vegetables as well as meat.

2024年1月19日 · Red-eared sliders are omnivorous, meaning they thrive on a combination of both plant-based and protein-based foods. This article aims to provide a comprehensive feeding guide to help you ensure your turtle gets all the essential nutrients it needs for a long and happy life.

2024年9月5日 · Red-eared sliders are omnivores, but in the wild, they tend to feed primarily on plants. They tend to eat more meat when they’re juveniles, but as they grow older, they transition to a plant-heavy diet.

In the wild, red-eared sliders and other pond sliders are known to eat algae and the leaves, stems, roots, fruits, and seeds of both aquatic and terrestrial plants. In fact, they eat so much vegetation as adults that they are considered primarily herbivorous!

2023年2月9日 · About 75% of an red-eared slider diet is made up of leaves, grass, tubers, nuts, seeds and stems. Some of their favorite foods include hornwort and water lettuce. Wild red-eared sliders are limited in their diet by the plants and animals that live around them.