Hey everyone! My family finally got our little guy yesterday and he has made it through the first night. He is a Common Musk Turtle hatching. Don’t worry this is not a last second pet, we have researched for a while and finally made the decision. However he hasn’t eaten anything since we got him. I have read that’s normal. I’m not too worried, I just want to be on top of his care and when is too long, or how to get him eating sooner so he’s not going without. He came with small musk turtle pellets but he hasn’t shown interest yet. I don’t want to force the issue, but wanted to ask you all for advice or any tips. He’s the size of a quarter.

Panhandle of Florida About 6"

Is this a Gulf Coast Box Turtle?

We found it on our driveway, blocked by a retaining wall. We carefully placed it on the other side of the wall and away it went!

Found in Northwest Arkansas. I am having trouble identifying which type this is. I am pretty sure it is a Ouachita map turtle. Thoughts?