According to the numbers, painted turtles are larger than red-eared sliders on average. Male painted turtles measure up to eight inches long, while females can be as long as 12 inches.

Learn more about the lifespan of a red-eared slider turtle, whether it would make a good pet, and why it's considered an invasive species. Skip to main content . Home ; Conditions .

The shell of a baby red-eared slider is marked with fine patterns of yellow-green to dark green markings upon a greenish base. While growing up to an adult, the turtle’s color starts to change ...

Join the event to help Ruby, the Red Eared Slider, get a new habitat. Enjoy crafts, snacks, and guided hikes. ... Genesee Park gears up for Ruby's big day: Turtle fundraiser unleashed.

Red-eared sliders are easy to take care of. They do not need a lot of attention, but pet owners should give them a clean tank that holds at least 75 litres and has space for water and land. You ...

A red-eared slider turtle walks toward a pond in this Thursday photo. 'Red-eared sliders are on the list of the 100 most invasive species in the world,' said Allison Begley of Fish, Wildlife and ...

A red-eared slider turtle can live 30 years, making it difficult to rehome, but a pet turtle cannot be released into the wild. The Central Texas Tortoise Rescue provides an alternative.

"But red-eared sliders were the cheapest turtles you could buy as a baby, about $10. But when they get bigger, people release them into the wild." That's the problem, according to state officials.