Since everyone is asking questions about enclosures, I'll add mine. We just moved into a new house and I'm about to begin construction on a turtle garden/enclosure. Our large back yard has a tall canopy of trees. So, one of my choices is to build just outside of the canopy, which will mean direct sunlight light beginning around noon for a few hours, but otherwise the enclosure being shaded. I'm wary of this option because I'd like a lot of plants to grow in the enclosure.
The second option is to build in a spot that is a bit farther away from the canopy, but has direct sunlight most of the day. With this one, I'd certainly provide shady spots for the turtles to escape the sun.
Getting them enough heat is not an issue, as we're in Texas.
I'm not sure which would be better, or whether both choices are about equal. Any input would be great.
The second option is to build in a spot that is a bit farther away from the canopy, but has direct sunlight most of the day. With this one, I'd certainly provide shady spots for the turtles to escape the sun.
Getting them enough heat is not an issue, as we're in Texas.
I'm not sure which would be better, or whether both choices are about equal. Any input would be great.