Hi,
Uh I really don't know how to start this. I'm as new as you can get to this forum, and I need help regarding a turtle. Figured this was the place to be. As my title stated, my dad literally just brought home a random turtle he found. I love animals, but my knowledge/experience is kind of (EXTREMELY) limited in the reptile sphere. I did some research before coming here though, and I found out the lil' buddy is a wood turtle (maybe). He's super scared, and I don't blame him/her. I'm kind of assuming this because it's hissing a bit. I put some carrots and parsley in an old fish tank, along with water in a shallow lid for easy access. I don't know where to go from here. He hasn't eaten anything I've given him/her, and I really don't know where to go from here. Like, aren't turtles supposed to hibernate? What do I feed them? Should I go buy mealworms??? I know I should go to the vet, and I will, but I'd sincerely appreciate any advice I can get.
Thank you so much.