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How long can african sideneck turtles be out of water?

If it's not mistaken, african sideneck turtles can be outside or inside the water. However, how long can these turtles survive inside or outside the aquarium?

On the other hand, what if I put sand in the tank for african sideneck turtles? Is sand good for the turtle?

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replied to Jaxtyn Gentry Jaxtyn Gentry

True, african sideneck turtles can be in and out of water. They will go on dry land to dry themselves. So, when their bodies are dry they will return to the water and dry out again.

You can use sand as the substrate. Importantly, you must install a filter to maintain the water quality.
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African Sideneck Turtle

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The African Sideneck Turtle is a freshwater turtle that spends most of its time in mud, riverbeds, and shallow lakes. This dark-shelled animal feeds on invertebrates, such as insects and worms. The male African Sideneck Turtle stores its sperm from May to September. After that, it is released into the epidermis three times longer than the testes. Then, the female can lay as many as 6 to 40 eggs at a time.