Do turtles like music?

There is no scientific proof that turtles and tortoises actually like music. On the flip side, there is no proof that they dislike music either. But some turtles and tortoises do grow to respond to certain songs that their owners play often.
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Are turtles sensitive to music?

The skin flaps allow vibrations and low-frequency sounds in the ear canal -- so the turtles can hear to some extent, but their hearing isn't sensitive.
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Do turtles listen to humans?

Turtles tend to do the same thing. Turtles and tortoises like to watch their humans when they're feeling affectionate. They may seem particularly interested in something you're doing nearby. A long, stretched out neck in your presence sometimes indicates a desire to be scratched or rubbed.
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What do turtles like to hear?

All turtles like classical music.
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Do turtles listen?

Turtles also have a very keen sense of hearing. They might be able to hear you talking from another room. The life of a pet turtle can be pretty dull sometimes, so they enjoy listening and taking in all the sounds around them.
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Do turtles cry?

As reptilian kidneys are unable to excrete large volumes of salt via urine, sea turtles evolved specialised secretory glands (lachrymal glands) located in the corner of each eye to remove excess salt. The liquid secreted gives the appearance of tears, hence why turtles are often reported to “cry” .
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Do turtles have voices?

Turtles can make sounds. Two new studies published recently in Chelonian Conservation and Biology and Herpetologica find that two turtle species vocalize when they reproduce and during some social interactions, and that their vocalizations are many and varied.
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Do turtles have emotions?

This is called Anthropomorphism. In reality, turtles and tortoises do not feel the range of emotions that humans do. Anger - Turtles can and do fight with other turtles, not out of animosity, but rather as a means to an end. For instance, they will fight other turtles that are competition for a mate or for food.
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Do turtles have good memory?

Turtles do possess very powerful learning and long-term memory if it relates to their own survival. Turtles short-term memory is, like other animals, quite limited. It's up for debate as to how long turtles can continue to recognize their owners after a separation.
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How do I know if my turtle is happy?

Turtles are natural foragers and a common behavior is digging. If you see your turtle digging at the gravel at the bottom of their tank, this is a sign of a happy turtle. They should also regularly explore their environment, which can mean swimming around decorations and plants.
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How do I bond with a turtle?

Enjoy some turtle lap time.

As an alternative to petting the turtle, you can enjoy bonding with it by allowing it crawl on you or sit in your lap. Just make sure it doesn't fall off. Turtles will urinate when you pick them up, so use caution when putting them on your body.
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Do turtles get lonely?

No! The fact is that turtles will be totally fine on their own. They don't need to share a tank with another turtle to be happy and content, and you don't need to worry about turtle loneliness!
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Can my tortoise hear me?

Can tortoises hear? Yes, very well. Their ears are covered by skin flaps. They sometimes follow your voice.
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How do tortoises talk?

How to Communicate with Your Tortoise
  1. Be gentle with shy tortoises. If you tap on your tortoise's shell, pick her up unexpectedly, or flip her over, she's going to see this as an act of aggression. ...
  2. Use slow movements. ...
  3. Breathe steadily. ...
  4. Do the boop! ...
  5. You can bob your head, too.
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Are turtles deaf?

Turtles don't have ears, but they're not deaf. Thin flaps of skin cover internal ear bones, which receive vibrations and low-frequency sounds.
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Do turtles feel love?

Since tortoises are reptiles, they are not capable of feeling “love” as we humans understand it. However, tortoises do show signs of affection and appreciation for their owners. They follow their pet parents around, tolerate handling, eat directly from human hands, and come to us when they see us.
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Do turtles like to be petted?

Turtles prefer to be alone, and they never welcome being picked up and handled. Because turtles aren't affectionate, don't like to be held, stroked or cuddled and don't play with toys, many people lose interest and cease to take proper care of them.
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Do turtles play with toys?

Turtles love toys! There are many things turtles enjoy playing with. There aren't many turtle-specific toys out there, but you can use many other objects. Shells – Turtles love playing with empty shells.
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Why is my turtle chirping?

It is common for Red eared sliders to chirp. Sometimes, it can mean that your turtle is uncomfortable because of the water temperature, or because they have a respiratory illness. However, if your red eared slider is chirping there is no need to panic right away.
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Why is my turtle squeaking?

Some turtles and tortoises emit tiny squeaks, grunts, and sighs when they're eating. These noises are indicative of the turtle's excitement! Air escapes the turtle's lungs when it quickly moves its head to reach for a bite to eat.
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Are turtles blind?

As many turtle keepers know, turtles have good eyesight and turtles are even capable of tracking and snatching quick prey underwater. As well as skillfully maneuvering around objects. However, there is still a lot that most of us don't know about turtle eyes.
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Do pet turtles sleep?

Turtles like any other animal need to rest. Most pet turtles are diurnal and as such sleep at night. To ensure the turtle sleeps well, turn the lights off during the evening. Try and maintain a day-night cycle.
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Do turtles make noise?

What is this? Pet turtles are also known to produce sounds such as clicking, grunting, and a hissing sound to approach their owners when they need something or if they are suffering through some pain. Generally, turtles do not have vocal cords, but the breathing of the turtles enables them to make different noises.
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Can turtles hear and see?

Turtles taste, see, smell and feel. They have some hearing, but they don't hear well because of something they lack.
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