Eastern Mud Turtle - Kinosternon subrubrum

Eastern Mud Turtle

Kinosternon subrubrum

Max size: 5" Life span: more than 20 years

Temp range: water/air not less than 70°F w/basking spot 90°F; Heat lamps and UVB lighting is beneficial.

Food: Small insects, tadpoles, earthworms, shrimp, guppies, fresh green and leafy vegetables dusted with calcium, turtle pellets.

Setup: Large fish-tank with with adequate room to swim and dive along with dry dock; Substrate deep enough for burrowing.

Always use dechlorinated treated water.