TropicZone Performance Box Turtle Diets

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TropicZone Box Turtle Diets are specifically designed for Box Turtles and other terrestrial/semi aquatic turtle species that feed predominantly out of the water, and is specially prepared in a smaller than average pellet size to assure the diet can be consumed easily on dry land.  In the wild, Box Turtles are highly insectivorous, and so, require a diet high in animal/insect proteins to replicate their wild diets. TropicZone Box Turtle Diets are formulated with high levels of fish meal, poultry, Insect, and other high-quality animal protein sources, with a balanced amount of plant proteins, complete vitamin and mineral supplementation, and natural cuttlebone for additional calcium. Through all life stages, from hatchling through to adulthood, your turtles will thrive on TropicZone Performance Box Turtle Formulations.

YOUR NUTRITIONAL GUIDE TO A HEALTHY BOX TURTLE

In the past, providing an appropriate diet for baby Box turtles and other terrestrial turtles could be a real challenge. In nature at this age, baby box turtles feed mostly on tiny insects found in the leaf cover and some small amounts of sprouted vegetable matter. This wild diet consists of a healthy amount of animal/insect proteins to support the growth process, all in a very small form suitable for their small size. But providing the appropriate diet for baby Box Turtles is no longer a challenge thanks to TropicZone’s Performance Box Turtle Diets. TropicZone’s Stage-1 formula for Baby Box turtles provides an excellent 44% protein consisting of high-quality animal and plant protein sources (with net protein utilization rating of upwards of 78%), and a 15% fat combination for high energy. Healthful fish oil nutrients including Omega-3 fats, a balanced vitamin supplement, all in a small sized micro-pellet that is easily consumed on dry land. For added nutrients and palatability, TropicZone adds granulated cuttlebone for added calcium, suitably sized dried spinach, and 3 different types of nutritious ground insects. It’s a tasty combination baby box turtles can’t resist. Now, feeding baby Box Turtles a consistent source of great nutrition is easy. TropicZone Stage-1 Baby Box Turtle Performance Diet is suitable for Box Turtles and other terrestrial turtles up to the 3 inch size range and should be offered in a low feeding dish, on a continual basis so that the babies may forage throughout the day.

TropicZone Performance Box Turtle Diet Stage – 1 for baby Box Turtles is available in 5oz, 8oz, 16oz, and 34oz size packages for the hobbyist, and bulk 5, 10, and 20-pound bags for breeders, larger collections, and zoos. TropicZone Performance Box Turtle Diets are available in all three Box turtle growth stages, complete with Baby, Juvenile and Adult Formulations.

Ingredients: Animal Protein Sources: Whole Fish Meal, Poultry Meal, Blood Meal. Plant Protein Sources: Soybean Meal, Ground Wheat, Ground Corn. Fish Oil, Poultry Fat, Soy Lecithin, L-ascorbic Acid Phosphate (Vitamin C), Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodate, Propionic Acid, Ethoxyquin. Dried Whole Spinach, Dried Crickets, Dried Mealworms, Dried Black Fly Larva, Natural Cuttlebone Granules.

                                              Min. Protein 44%, Min. Fat 15%, Max. Fiber 3%, Max. Moisture 7%

TropicZone’s Performance Box Turtle Diet Stage-2 for Juvenile Box Turtles is the perfect food choice for Box Turtles and other terrestrial turtles in the 3-5 inch size range. The smaller sized pelleted formulations makes consumption on dry land much easier than any other product on the market. The outstanding 42% protein,10% fat nutrient profile of the diet assures that these omnivorous turtles are getting what they require to remain healthy and growing at this stage of their development. Included with the specially formulated pellets are dried shrimp, dried mealworms, and dried black fly larva (all excellent forms of natural proteins and fats), healthful fish oil nutrients with Omega-3 fats, and a balanced vitamin and mineral supplement. Finally, a portion of cuttlebone nuggets are included, natures perfect source of natural dietary calcium. Together, these ingredients make up a diet the juvenile Box Turtles will thrive on. TropicZone Stage-2 Juvenile Box Turtle Diet should be offered in a low feeding dish, on a continual basis so that the turtles may forage throughout the day.

TropicZone Performance Box Turtle Diet Stage – 2 for juvenile Box Turtles is available in 8oz, 16oz, and 34oz size packages for the hobbyist, and bulk 5, 10, and 20-pound bags for breeders, larger collections, and zoos. TropicZone Performance Box Turtle Diets are available in all three Box turtle growth stages, complete with Baby, Juvenile and Adult Formulations.

Ingredients: Animal Protein Sources: Fish Meal, Poultry Meal, Porcine Meal, Blood Meal. Plant Protein Sources: Soybean Meal, Ground Wheat, Ground Corn. Fish Oil, Poultry Fat, Soy Lecithin, L-ascorbic Acid Phosphate (Vitamin C), Choline Chloride, Vitamin E, Niacin, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodate, Propionic Acid, Ethoxyquin. Dried Whole Shrimp, Dried Black Fly larva, Dried Meal Worms, Natural Cuttlebone Chunks.

                                  Min. Protein 42%, Min. Fat 10%, Max. Fiber 3%, Max. Moisture 7%

TropicZone’s Performance Box Turtle Diet Stage-3 for Adult Box Turtles is the ultimate food choice for Box Turtles and other terrestrial turtles in the 5 inch and above size range. Now coming into their full adult size and the completion of their growth cycle, dietary proteins have been dropped to 38% and fats down to 8% to more reflect their nutritional requirements on a (now) maintenance basis. TropicZone’s Performance Stage-3 Adult Box Turtle Diet’s smaller sized pelleted formulation makes consumption on dry land much easier than any other product on the market, and the outstanding nutrient profile of the diet assures that these omnivorous turtles are getting what they require to remain strong and healthy. Included with the specially formulated pellets are dried shrimp, dried mealworms, and dried black fly larva (all excellent forms of natural proteins and fats), healthful fish oil nutrients, and a balanced vitamin and mineral supplement. Finally, a portion of cuttlebone nuggets are included, natures perfect source of natural dietary calcium. Together, these ingredients make up a diet adult Box Turtles will continue to thrive on. TropicZone Performance Stage-3 Adult Box Turtle Diet should be offered in a low feeding dish, on a continual basis so that the turtles may forage throughout the day.

TropicZone Performance Box Turtle Diet Stage – 3 for adult Box Turtles is available in 8oz, 16oz, and 34oz size packages for the hobbyist, and bulk 5, 10, and 20-pound bags for breeders, larger collections, and zoos.

Ingredients: Animal Protein Sources: Whole Fish Meal, Poultry Meal, Porcine Meal, Blood Meal. Plant Protein Sources: Soybean Meal, Ground Wheat, Ground Corn. Fish Oil, Poultry Fat, Soy Lecithin, L-ascorbic Acid Phosphate (Vitamin C), Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodate, Propionic Acid, Ethoxyquin. Dried Whole Shrimp, Dried Black Fly larva, Dried Meal Worms, Natural Cuttlebone Chunks.

                                      Min. Protein 38%, Min. Fat 8%, Max. Fiber 3%, Max. Moisture 7%

In nature, Box Turtles and many species of Tropical Tortoises consume a substantial amount of animal/insect proteins in their daily foraging. In captivity however, species such as these are often fed a diet primarily of leafy vegetables, lettuces, or grasses – which can lead to deficiencies in amino acids and many other vital nutrients. TropicZone’s Box Turtle Sprinkle-Supplement is the perfect addition to the diet to add in important Animal/Insect Proteins, Calcium, and Vitamin Content. 

A tasty, nutritious, combination of shrimp meal, whole dried spinach, three select varieties of dried insects, TropicZone’s high-protein nugget, and granulized natural cuttlebone, TropicZone’s Box Turtle Sprinkle-Supplement provides the essential nutrients and proteins to complement a vegetal diet for all omnivorous turtle’s or tortoise’s.

In a convenient shaker bottle, just Sprinkle TropicZone’s Box Turtle Sprinkle-Supplement daily on any fresh greens to balance and properly supplement your Turtles or Tortoises Diet.

Ingredients: Whole Dried Spinach, Whole Shrimp Meal, Ground Crickets, Ground Black Fly Larva, Ground Mealworms, High-Performance Pellet (Animal Protein Sources: Fish Meal, Poultry Meal, Blood Meal. Plant Protein Sources: Soybean Meal, Wheat, Corn. Fish Oil, Poultry Fat, Soy Lecithin, L-ascorbic Acid Phosphate (Vitamin C), Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodate, Propionic Acid, Ethoxyquin). Natural Cuttlebone Granules.  

                                                                       Min. Protein 43%, Min. Fat 13%, Max. Fiber 11%, Max. Moisture 6%

As a Treat, there is nothing Box Turtles love more than Fruits and Berries! Apples: green or red, and Berries, such as Cranberry’s, Blueberry’s, and Blackberries are all fantastic natural treats for all North American Box Turtles, many Tropical Tortoise varieties that require fruit in their diets. TropicZone Fruit and Berry Treat is also a delicacy for many imported species. Fruits & Berries provide an important source of vitamins and fibers these turtles need to remain strong and healthy, and with added calcium from natural cuttlebone – it’s a healthy treat that will have even the shyest turtles come Running! Now you can give your favorite turtles a completely natural wonderland of tasty fruit & berries, without all the inconvenience, cost, and hassle of the grocery store.

Ingredients: Dried Green Apple, Dried Blueberry, Dried Cranberry, Dried Black Berry, Natural Cuttlebone Chunks.

                                                                             Min. Protein 0%, Min. Fat 0%, Max. Fiber 8 %, Max. Moisture 12%