crazyanimalperson
New Member
Hello
I am about to get a 4 week old Reeves turtle hatchling. I've been reading as much as I can about them (for the millionth time lol) but I'm suddenly wondering whether babies require a different diet to adults? I ask because the breeder has told me to feed him on a diet of frozen bloodworms for another month. I've never heard this before but maybe I missed something when I was researching? Do Reeves turtle hatchlings need strictly bloodworms for the first month or are they omnivores like I thought with a slightly higher protein requirement than adults. I thought they required a variety of pellets, proteins, veggies etc. I would like to make sure I've got the correct foods before I get him. Thank you in advance!
I am about to get a 4 week old Reeves turtle hatchling. I've been reading as much as I can about them (for the millionth time lol) but I'm suddenly wondering whether babies require a different diet to adults? I ask because the breeder has told me to feed him on a diet of frozen bloodworms for another month. I've never heard this before but maybe I missed something when I was researching? Do Reeves turtle hatchlings need strictly bloodworms for the first month or are they omnivores like I thought with a slightly higher protein requirement than adults. I thought they required a variety of pellets, proteins, veggies etc. I would like to make sure I've got the correct foods before I get him. Thank you in advance!