can box turtles eat pineapple

Fruit should be used as a flavor enhancer more than a nutritional component of the food, but is great to feed in moderation. It is important to remember that box turtles are highly adaptable omnivores. ... Some healthy fruits include berries, cantelope, dates, figs, guava, kiwi, mango, oranges, papaya and pineapple.

1. What fruits can box turtles eat?
2. What can box turtles not eat?
3. Can box turtles eat oranges?
4. Can box turtles eat canned tuna?

What fruits can box turtles eat?

Fruit should be fed more sparingly than vegetables, since they are often preferred by box turtles over vegetables and tend to be less nutritious. Fruits to offer include apples, pears, bananas (with skin), mango, grapes, star fruit, raisins, peaches, tomato, guava, kiwis, and melons. Fruits that are particularly ...

What can box turtles not eat?

There are very few foods that box turtles should never eat.
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Potato leaves contain toxic compounds – neither you nor your box turtle should eat them.

• The leaves of rhubarb, potato and tobacco plants.
• Avocado peel, seeds and leaves.
• Tomato leaves and vines.
• Poison ivy.

Can box turtles eat oranges?

Oranges: Yes. Your turtle may be disinterested in eating them, but they are still safe in their diet. Oranges are a citrus and may be sour. Spinach: Yes in moderation.

Can box turtles eat canned tuna?

Box turtles can be fed raw or cooked lean ground beef, cooked chicken or turkey, and lean canned dog foods (organic/natural are much better). ... Kathleen's box turtles also eat tuna fish and roast beef.