How long can a red-eared slider go without food?
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Some red-eared sliders can survive 3 to 5 months without food. Though highly starvation-tolerant, long fasting affects health, and in higher temperatures it can cause liver cirrhosis. For the turtle’s health, feed on a schedule every 3 to 5 days, adjusting frequency by temperature and lowering it when it is cooler.