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My two turtles have healthy appetites, but Spazz hoovers all the food leaving Honu with very little. It is probably best to separate them for feeding, but I am concerned about the stress it will have on the turts.

I don't know which turtle to feed separately. I can't tell which turtle is more stressed by handling. Spazz tries to run away and flings herself against the tank. She is quite dramatic when she perceives a threat. Honu is quieter, recedes into his shell, and sinks to the bottom. He likes to hide. He will get agitated, but not as quickly as Spazz. I don't know which turtle would deal with daily container feedings better.

I think I'll put Spazz in the separate container to start. I don't think moving her will spoil her appetite. Anybody have tips on making this situation less stressful for my turt?

Thanks,

Caroline

Spazz, the food hog, should be better off in a separate container for feeding. The shy one probably wouldn't go for that.