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[dampfnudel]

I have a 21 year old RES female (bought her in March 1987). Her name is Jacky. Actually, when I got her, I forgot to ask for the gender. I only asked for the age and was told 'less' than two years old. A few days later, I thought about it, but didn't want to go back to the store. Based on what I've read the RES I have is a female. She has a shorter tail than males I've seen and the base of the tail is wider (to give birth, I presume). Her claws are shorter as well.

[missibsu]

Welcome! I'm impressed by the age of your turtle...she's almost older than me, lol. What kind of set up do you have for her? We love to see pictures too.

[Pugness]

Welcome, has your turtle ever laid any eggs in the water?

[dampfnudel]

Welcome, has your turtle ever laid any eggs in the water?

No, she's celibate.

[steve]

Welcome... you registered last June?

Female RES will lay infertile eggs, mine is only 3 years old and has already done so.

[sonyj]

Welcome to the forum.

[marisa]

Hi and welcome. What are you feeding your RES that is contributing to her longevity? I'd love to see a pic of her.

[dampfnudel]

Welcome... you registered last June?

Female RES will lay infertile eggs, mine is only 3 years old and has already done so.

Right after I registered, something came up and I forgot all about this forum until recently (never got to make my 1st post). I even had to reactivate my account.

I never saw any eggs in the water so it looks like I have a male. I thought his claws were too short to be a male, although he's about the right length to be a male (bet. 7 & 9 inches). I feel a little embarrassed that I didn't know the gender of my RES for so long. I usually alternated between calling him Jack and Jackie.

I mostly feed him a variety of turtle pellets. I tried some other things like fish & vegetables, but he preferred the pellets. When I tried the fish, all he did was investigate and then he moved away. I think they annoyed him so after three days, I removed them & continued feeding him the pellets. I've noticed that his appetite improves in the Spring.

I took this pic a couple of years ago. We live in an apt. so when it gets warm here, I let him sunbathe on the inside window ledge with some shade nearby in case he gets too warm. In the winter, I use UV light.

[missibsu]

I could be wrong, but it looks like your turtle is in need of a good shed. Are those what we call growth rings on the scutes? Sorry, I'm learning too!

[dampfnudel]

The picture was taken a couple of years ago. He sheds frequently.