Other Turtle Discussion :: How old is my RES?

[anne33]

Hi Everyone,

My female RES is 9" (properly measured) and weighs 5.6 lbs. I've had Speedy for 10 years and she's grown about 3". I bought her at a store that is no longer open. Can anyone offer any estimates of her age?

[steve]

Hard to say since captives can grown quickly at an early age. She's probably around 15-20.