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A turtle enjoying sunlight on a log surrounded by water and greenery in Bernburg, Germany.

Tortoises & turtles / Behaviour

Why Does the Water in Your Turtle Tank Turn Green?

Green tank water is one of the most common complaints among turtle owners, and thankfully one of the least serious. It looks alarming, but understanding the cause makes it far easier to fix and, more

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A turtle enjoying sunlight on a log surrounded by water and greenery in Bernburg, Germany.

Tortoises & turtles / Behaviour

How Do Turtles Sleep?

Anyone who has watched a turtle sit motionless for what feels like hours has probably wondered whether it is asleep, unwell, or simply unbothered by the world. Turtles do sleep, just not in a way that

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