I just set this enclosure up for my cdt hatchling. It's a 54 gal tub & I'm not sure if the little stones are too much. I haven't got plants in it yet either. I am not sure if the thermometer is good where is is or if the heat lamp is okay where it is. I didn't want it anywhere that he could flip...
Are hatchlings heavy sleepers? I went to check on mine and he is not opening his eyes. He was earlier though. He moves when I touch him but I can't get him to open his eyes. Should I be concerned? I put a little water on him and he just moved but didn't open his eyes.
I haven't been able to get the 50 gal tub today & hope to get it tomorrow. Is this enclosure okay for now? I used dirt that is slightly damp and I pat it down so it wasn't messy. (There is no chemicals or fertilizers in it)
I also used foil to keep the heat in. Should i put more? A better...
I'm in Long Beach, CA which is a very urban city & yesterday in my backyard on the grass... I found this little guy/girl. I've been trying to find out what it is and so far it seems to be some kind of a desert turtle. It looks like a hatchling. I was reading that it is illegal to keep "wildlife"...