My box turtle is unresponsive and limp. Is it hibernating or dead?

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I’m not sure if my orenate box turtle has gone into hibernation or if she’s passed away. She has her front legs and head tucked in back legs out and limp with her eyes closed, since I found her unresponsive (4days ago) she hasn’t moved even when I put her in warm water. She doesn’t smell or seemed to have rigormortis and is cool to the touch

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Sorry about your turtle. A veterinary visit is recommended to ascertain a heart beat through a doppler or lack of, but sounds as if she has passed. During hibernation, legs are usually tucked in. Sorry.

My box turtle is unresponsive and limp. Is it hibernating or dead?

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