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My red eared slider is hiding, cold, and not eating out of water. Is this okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Aquatic Turtle | Female

My red eared slider is hiding in the closet no eating, kind of hibernating out of water. It's cold, is that ok?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 11th, 2019

No, that is not recommended. I suggest you refer to this article and be sure you have her environment 100% correct including her diet. ( http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/Red-Eared-Slider-Care-Sheet/ )

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