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I have a baby painted turtleIm wondering if I need a heat lamp for him2007-11-24 2:00:12

Im also wondering what kind of worms to feed him and where to get them. I understand that he eats small worms I just don't know what kind.

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I strongly recommend you visiting http://www.turtleexchange.com/forum. for information on what to feed your turtle and I believe you do need a heat lamp. Alot depends on the temperature of where you are. But more than likely yes a heater is necessary. Basking lamps. All turtles need UVA/UVB bulbs to simulate the sun. There is a whole section dedicated to water turtles.

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Buy it proper food from a pet store, dont experiment. And personally I think its cruel to paint turtles.

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Can you not go to the pet store and ask for advice??

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I am no expert but I had a pet snap turtle one time and he was fine with out a lamp. we bought pellets for him to eat from the pet store and let him out in the grass often so he could eat whatever he wanted.

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Go to the pet store and buy a heated rock that goes right in the tank. The lamp is a bad idea. They will also be able to sell you turtle food with the best nutrients.

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I've had a painted turtle once and he was fine with out lamp. As for food the best place to go is the pet store b/c if you feed him the wrong stuff he may die.

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Common earth worms will do just fine just make sure you dip them in hot water and buy them if your lawn has pesticides