How much does a box turtle cost??

Discussion in 'Turtles' started by Agamahead, Mar 29, 2008.

  1. Agamahead

    Agamahead New Member

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    read the title i also live in canada
     
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  3. strange_wings

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    That would depend on how you got the turtle. If from a pet store or other individuals selling wild caught adult, it might cost about $40-$80 US depending on subspecies.
    Captive bred go for more - I've seen someone trying to sell CB ornates for as much as $250.

    I hope you know that they aren't like aquatic turtles. They must have a balanced diet of vegetables and insects, require a lot of space, and preferably be kept in an outdoor enclosure when possible (warm months). Prone to respiratory infections when you make the slightest mistake on temperature and humidity.
     
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  5. Agamahead

    Agamahead New Member

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    Thanks!!(not much help though!!)
     
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    I got my two when they were very small several years ago. They are captive bred and I think I paid $75. Not saying you will find a deal like that but thought I would put it out there. Whatever you do make sure you get a captive bred animal. Box turtles are in enough trouble without people taking them from the wild to make as pets. Captive bred also adapt much easier to being pets.
     
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  9. anoleboy2

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    Mo mine was given to me by a friend who no longer wanted to care for it the only one ive seen for sale from a petstore was 80$ for a wild caught ornate. Getting them straight from the breeder/collector would be cheaper probably even with the cost of shipping.
     

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