We've had a box turtle for over ten years. She lives on a large outdoor enclosure with plenty of vegetation. Every once in while, however, she becomes finicky and refuses to eat. She moves and looks normal. Is this finickiness a normal reaction?Do box turtles lose their appetite during mating season? What is a normal eating pattern for boxies?
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Eating Habits
msonnenb
Jul 25, 2003 07:32 PM
Replies (2)
teepee
Jul 26, 2003 08:40 PM
They do lose their appetites during very warm weather. Most animals including humans also do this. Ever notice that you eat less in the hot summer months?
StephF
Jul 27, 2003 12:01 PM
It could be the heat, she may be getting ready to lay eggs, she may benefit from a little variety in her diet...there are lots of variables.
Mating season seems to affect the males in my group more than females, but they're all different.
If she resumes her regular habits within a reasonable amount of time, I wouldn't worry about it too much.
Regards
Stephanie
