Basking

Eastern Box Turtle

Terrapene carolina

omnivoreterrestrialUVB requiredBruminates: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar6" adult

Terrestrial omnivore native to the eastern United States. Unique among common pet reptiles for natural mushroom tolerance. Diet is 50% animal matter (earthworms, insects, snails) and 50% plant matter (berries, greens, flowers). Brumates October–March. Requires outdoor habitat when possible.

Not veterinary advice. This information is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified exotic animal veterinarian for guidance specific to your pet.

Setting up for a Eastern Box Turtle?

Vetted UVB, substrate, food, and supplement picks in one place.

Shopping list →

What should I feed this week? Generate a weekly feeding schedule →

Safe to feed(14)

Feed with caution(3)

Toxic — do not feed(7)