Turtle: Care Of A Pet (1962)
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Channel: A/V Geeks 16mm Films · 2012 · Education
Higher quality versions of this film can also be licensed for stock footage. Contact [email protected] for more information. This film provides a comprehensive guide to caring for a pet red-eared slider turtle by observing its natural behaviors. It details their habitat, diet of plants and small aquatic creatures, and their need for both water and sunlight for digestion. The video explains how to replicate a natural environment in an aquarium with a basking area and a heat source, emphasizing the importance of clean water and appropriate food, preferably live. It also describes the turtle's physical characteristics, such as its shell, paddle-like feet, and distinctive red ear patches, and advises against painting the shell. Ultimately, the film stresses that understanding an animal's natural needs is key to providing proper pet care. Keywords: Red-eared slider, pet turtle, turtle care, natural habitat, aquarium, diet, basking, clean water, shell, animal behavior.
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