I would guess that the green-slimy stuff are possibly relics of tomato seeds, since they usually pass through digestive tracts without much deterioration. This may be what's in the picture; however, it may also be tapeworm ova/segment. Oldherper or others familiar with parasites may be able to confirm the ID.



The diet/housing for the box turtle doesn't sound right & I would suggest to change both by doing some reading on husbandry/biology of box turtles.



Goodluck

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