Is the Western painted turtle a deep-water turtle?
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Expert Answer
The Western painted turtle is not a deep-water turtle, but it swims very well and can be kept in deep water. Whether in deep or shallow water, always set up a basking platform in the tank so the turtle can climb out to sunbathe.
If it is a baby Western painted turtle, shallow water is better, with depth just covering its shell.