DoubleD1996!
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Last night, one of my baby box turtles drowned. This is why I check on my animals several times a day. You never know what could happen. There isn't much structure in the enclosure, just hides, so I thought tipping over would be minimal. However, it still managed to flip on its back. There are six in the enclosure, a little overcrowded, but they're small so they have plenty of room. They live in an inch of water up to their chin. I discovered the little one when I was bringing their dubia roaches. I instantly grabbed it and it was still moving. I put it between my index finger and thumb and began to pump. I also blew in it's nose and gently pushed it's head in and out. Lastly I blew in it's nose and repeated the process. Eventually, it spat out all the water and regained it's spunk. Now, it's perfectly fine. I added fake plants, so if they do fall they'll have some leverage to use to flip themselves over.