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my turtle got lost in the yard2007-11-24 2:01:49

she got out of her pen and i cant find her anywhere in the yard any suggestions on wher to look I have a big yard I am also not sure if she can handle the cold temp at night

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its hard to say since you didnt say what type of turtle or where you live, more than likely the turtle is not ready to hibernate this early in the season. I have a desert tort, and have for almost 10 yrs, and live in Southern California. She wont be ready for sleep until the temp is below 70f for a week straight (usually from halloween til easter). When ever she has "gone exploring" she has ended up in a nice shady place somewhat secluded. Check for it in the early morning, just after daybreak since thats when they like to eat. Also try putting a few piles of her favorite food, and a dish of water about the yard, that may lure her out as well. Best of luck to you and your turtle!

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Too BAD!!.. =( u should buy another one cuz that turtle sure dont want u. LOL 2 bad

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What do you want me to do about it?

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look in areas that would provide camouflage

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thats not good..do you have any big puddles or ponds anywhere

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Why were you keeping a turtle outside in a pen?

My only suggestion, start at one end of the yard, walk a straight line, turn, walk another line, until you've done the entire yard.

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Yeah I had a turtle who escaped once. I still haven't figured out