My red-eared slider is unresponsive. Is he hibernating or dead?

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My red eared slider stopped all movement sddenoy. He didn't eat for 1 and a half days. I moved his legs and shell. But there was no response or reflex action. Do u think he's hibernating or he's passed away. Pet's info: Reptile | Turtle | Male

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Place him in some water. A dead turtle will begin to accumulate gases that will make it float. Gentle pressure on the tail should elicit a response. Even when brumating (like hibernating), there should be some movement or reaction. If he has passed, he will be limp and you may begin to smell a foul odor in a couple days.

My red-eared slider is unresponsive. Is he hibernating or dead?

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