Why is my male aquatic turtle waving arms and sniffing females?

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My turtles are waving their arms at another turtle and seems to always sniff other female turtles, what is it doing? Pet's info: Reptile | Aquatic Turtle | Male | 9 months and 9 days old

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Sheldon. This sounds like a common breeding behavior, to attract mates and warn off competing males. Females probably release pheromones in the water, as a signal for breeding potential. Unusual season for this but might be stimulated by warmer temperatures. Good luck.

Why is my male aquatic turtle waving arms and sniffing females?

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