Can Red-eared Sliders eat Mealworms?
Trachemys scripta elegans · Tenebrio molitor
Caution
Once per week maximum, small number
The Tortoise Table
High in fat — useful as an occasional treat or for underweight animals. Not suitable as a protein staple.
Feeding frequency
DailyWeeklyOccasionalNever
Caution
Once per week maximum, small number
OmnivoreProteinNot toxic
The short answer
High in fat — useful as an occasional treat or for underweight animals. Not suitable as a protein staple.
Feeding it safely
How much / how often
Once per week maximum, small number. Not a staple protein source.
What's inside
Per 100 g of raw mealworms
13mg
Calcium
262mg
Phosphorus
0.0:1
Ca:P ratio
INVERTED18g
Protein
Backed by sources
The Tortoise TableVCA Animal Hospitals — Feeding Aquatic Turtles
Mealworms are high in fat and should only be offered occasionally.
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