I have a question about agar agar, a substance derived from seaweed. I recently made some jello shots (or "turtle loaf") using gelatin as a binder. My understanding is that gelatin is safe for red ear sliders and so far seems to be working. However, agar agar is of interest to me because of it's origin (plant based) and apparently contains pantothenic acid (or B5), which facilitates an animal's ability to metabolize fats, proteins, and carbs. As appealing as this sounds, I am concerned about the fact that agar agar comes from the ocean, which creates an obvious conflict with respect to the slider's fresh water environment. Does anyone have any experience using agar agar? I'm new to reptile care and basically want to provide the best I possibly can for my two turtles. Feedback, advice, or suggestions, anyone???? I will certainly appreciate any information anyone has to offer. Thanks!!!
P.S. I currently use pellets, veggies, and crickets as dietary staples. Unfortunately, both sliders are picky about their veggies, so I have opted to use the gelatin combined with pellets to disguise the veggies. It's deceptive but it works...
