Mud turtle care

Mrs. Nicky

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My husband found a mud turtle today. It is only about an inch big. I currently have him in a 20 gal long. I need advice on how to care for him. Including what to feed him, filter needs etc. This is my first turtle so Any advice would be helpful. Thanks

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krichardson

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Same here,looks like a snapper,can you get more shots?
 

Mrs. Nicky

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The tail is not long...kinda hard to tell on such a small turtle. That's the only picture I have right now, but I do know that he likes to swim and he even appears to sleep under the water

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It looks like the few baby snappers I've had in the past and the yellow markings are probably a giveaway.Is the shell rough or smooth?
 

Mrs. Nicky

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The shell has 3 rows of tiny ridges. You cant see them but they can be felt.
I guess we wont be keeping him as a pet :-(

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