Not only are Diamondback Terrapins absolutely stunning, they are also known as the most confident and friendly of all pet turtle species!
Photos taken March 2025
For sale in our Bracknell reptile shop
Sub-species: Northern (Malaclemys terrapin terrapin)
Pattern variety: Speckled/ spotted
Age: CB24 Baby
Sex: Unsexed
Adult Size: Males 5 inches, Females up to 9 inches
Suitability: Well-researched beginner
Diamondback Terrapins require an aquarium measuring a minimum of 3-4ft in length, with filtered and heated water.
They should be provided with an easily accessible dry area they can use to bask under a heat bulb and UV lighting.
Sand should be used instead of gravel as a substrate to avoid accidental ingestion.
Not only are Diamondback Terrapins absolutely stunning, they are also known as the most confident and friendly of all pet turtle species!
Photos taken March 2025
For sale in our Bracknell reptile shop
Sub-species: Northern (Malaclemys terrapin terrapin)
Pattern variety: Speckled/ spotted
Age: CB24 Baby
Sex: Unsexed
Adult Size: Males 5 inches, Females up to 9 inches
Suitability: Well-researched beginner
Diamondback Terrapins require an aquarium measuring a minimum of 3-4ft in length, with filtered and heated water.
They should be provided with an easily accessible dry area they can use to bask under a heat bulb and UV lighting.
Sand should be used instead of gravel as a substrate to avoid accidental ingestion.
