The Raleigh Turtle and Tortoise Meetup Group

"This was from an earlier post, but I think will help out your situation. The most common problems leading to poor water quality are related to food debris and urine/stool in the water-leads to significant..."

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"Looking at the weekend of May 17(Saturday) or May 18(Sunday) for next meetup. Is Saturday or Sunday best who plan or can attend? Also need to know if you prefer morning or afternoon. Also need suggestions..."

"I have a yellow bellied slider and would love to find a way of getting a larger aquarium and easier way of maintaining one. I have to clean it every five days and it stinks so bad no matter how many chemicals I add to the water."

""Turtles are Fun" explodingdog.com"

"Time to dust off your turtles people. Now that its warming up, we're getting ideas together for meetups during the summer....hopefully see a little sunshine. Doris will be posting info for the next meetup-possibly..."

"Hey! did you end up introducing any of your turtles into your pond? The temp. is finally getting nice in the water."

"Hey. Looks like turtles are coming out of hibernation-I came across a hatchling snapper the other day. Just wanted to let you know the next meeting is in the planning. Woot!"

"Hey! how are you guys doing? Have you been planning pond construction lately? I was just talking with Doris about a next meeting. "

"Sent an email to everybody a couple of weeks ago on planning next meetup hopefully in May. Didn't get much response. So is there still any interest out there for another meetup soon? I need possible..."

"Now that it's getting warmer; I think it's time for our next meetup. My boxies will now be outside, for example. Any interest for a late April or May Meetup? I need some available weekend dates and..."

"I've ALWAYS wanted a box turtle as a pet, does any group member or members have extras to give away or sell to a good home?"

"I just wanted to hear some opinions on something. I've been seeing more breeders and web sites advertising turtles for sale (most are red ear sliders) with genetic abnormalities- some are color variations,..."

"Hey, welcome! If you are looking for turtles, the pet stores wont sell them in NC, but you can purchase them online or at exotic shows. www.kingsnake.com sells quite a bit-look under classifieds. Some dealers are reputable and some are questionable-just use your best judgement."

"I love turtles! Can't buy them as pets, so I'm always hoping to see some in the wild. There was one (actually, a tortoise) living in some bushes next to my old house. It was great!"

"Hey guys! I'm relatively new to aquatic turtles, and I can't seem to sift through all the opinions online. I currently have a 20 gallon long tank (filled half-way), with 3 tiny turtles living in it. I..."

"Hey Veronica! I was wondering what kind of filtration system you are using for your aquatic turtles. I'm relatively new to aquatic turtles, and I can't seem to sift through all the opinions online. My turtles are still tiny babies, but already they generate tons of waste. My Reptifilter isn't really doing a great job. Undergravel? Cannister? What do you think? Thanks, Elizabeth in Holly Springs"

"Glad that you joined Elizabeth...Welcome! Carolann"

"Hello! We moved to Holly Springs in June of 07 & have 3 turtles that we have inherited &/or adopted in the last few months. We have a RES, a Map & a Hieroglyphic River Cooter. :) We would love to adopt a land turt. too. Anyone have any suggestions?"

"I breed Russian (Afhgan) Tortoises, Albino Red Eared Sliders, Greek Tortoises, and Sulcuta tortoises. I have just purchased a pair of Alligator Snappers, Egyptian Tortoises, and Indian Star Toroises. "

"I'm currently giving away my Central American Wood Turtle to a good home, and if anyone would like to adopt him/her they can email me their info at: arobles1@csusb.edu Thank You ~Angel"

"My wood turtle is a teenager, LOL. He is eating well, active, and is a healthy well mannered little guy. In the book Turtle and Tortoises of the world the author lists this species as the most beautiful of all the turtle species. He/she can be kept like a box turtle and thrives on a diet of Red-Leaf Lettice/Bannana's/ and earthworms (which can be picked up at walmart or any fishing supply store). This turtle comes from a captive breeder from Southern California. Regards, Angel M. Robles "

"Hey! I've been looking into the tours at the NC Zoo and NC State Turtle Rescue. NC State Turtle Rescue is actually moving to a new location over the next week and at the moment they have no in-house patients...."

"I am an animal keeper that works with all types of animals. Currently, I am very active in taking care of our exhibit and education turtles. I am trying to implement a proper diet structure and habitat setups. List of turtles under additional info!"