Pond Boss Forums INTRO Questions & Observations Turtle eggs

Rad,

I sucessfully moved and hatched some red ear turtle eggs last year. There were 10 eggs, and all 10 hatched.

If the eggs were just laid, you can move them without care. If they have been laid for 2-3 days, you must keep them oriented exactly as they are. Put a pencil mark on the top of the eggs, and transfer them, being careful not to rotate them. Note that some moisture in the soil is needed, or the eggs will die. Also, avoid direct sun. It usually takes ~60-90 days for turtle eggs to hatch, but it varies by species and conditions.