how can i tell the difference between male and female turtles?

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Joseph R asked:

I have an aquarium with 21 baby turtles. i dont know how to tell the diffene between them. i have 2 mississippi maps one has like a ring around the eyes and the other doesnt. help please :)



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2 Responses to 'how can i tell the difference between male and female turtles?'

  1. Edg1 - November 8th, 2009 at 10:59 pm

    Usually the males have a slight indentation on the underside of their shells to facilitate mating.

  2. Kelly - November 12th, 2009 at 12:00 am

    RES male turtles grow very long nails. You won’t be able to tell for like 4 years though until they sexually mature.


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