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Ok, I'm getting a Hatchling Mississippi Map Turtle in like a week, I was wondering if I could just keep it with my Hatchling Red-Eared Slider? It's a 10 Gallon Aquarium with a basking area and alot of swimming room. Could I keep them together? Email me Helmz614@aol.com
Michael Fedzen

I would think you could. I see it all the time at the pet stores. I would just make sure that they are both about the same size, and that the RES lets the map eat. Also, I would plan on changing to a bigger set up, when they get a few inches. It is harmful to keep a turtle in one small tank it's whole life. It will not allow them to grow, and cause health problems. Good Luck!