Baby snapping turtles are omnivores and eat a variety of foods including animals, plants, insects, and fruit. Here are some specific foods that can be fed to baby snapping turtles:
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Turtle pellets: Turtle pellets are a good source of nutrition for baby snapping turtles. Reptomin is a recommended brand.
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Mealworms: Baby snapping turtles are known to enjoy mealworms.
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Guppies: Guppies are another food that baby snapping turtles enjoy.
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Ghost shrimp: Ghost shrimp are also a favorite food of baby snapping turtles.
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Aquarium vegetation: Aquarium vegetation like Elodea (water weeds) can be added to balance out the baby snapping turtles diet.
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Earthworms: Live wiggly earthworms cut up into pieces can be offered to baby snapping turtles at least twice a week.
Its important to note that baby snapping turtles may not eat in their feeding tubs and may require some time to adjust to their new environment. If a baby snapping turtle is not eating, its recommended to consult with a veterinarian who specializes in reptiles.