How many crickets for my box turtle?

Garrison

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how many crickets should I feed my box turtle, it’s about 4 years old?
 

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how many crickets should I feed my box turtle, it’s about 4 years old?
I don't like crickets because their wings are sharp and can cut the box turtle's throat. Try meal worms instead. I could be wrong but I think I've seen that happen with other wildlife.
 

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I feed nightcrawlers , Phoenix worms, and occasional superworms. I never feed crickets so can't help you there. I feel they are not the best feeder for these guys.
 

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Like lisa mentioned, worms are better. Mealworms are good for treats but not as often. Also pill bugs or rollie pollies are great if you can breed them.

Kyle
 

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Like lisa mentioned, worms are better. Mealworms are good for treats but not as often. Also pill bugs or rollie pollies are great if you can breed them.

Kyle
Yea with other stuff too. Variety is the spice of life.
 
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