{"product_id":"3-albino-florida-snapper","title":"#3 Albino Florida Snapper!","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: Hatchling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSource: USACB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExact Animal Pictured?: yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnclosure: Albino Florida snapping turtles require large aquatic enclosures with plenty of swimming space. Juveniles can begin in appropriately sized aquariums, but adults will eventually require a large stock tank, indoor pond, or custom-built enclosure. A minimum of 300 gallons is recommended for a full-grown adult, with larger enclosures preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: Maintain water temperatures between 75–80°F for juveniles and approximately 72–78°F for adults. Provide a basking area with temperatures around 85–90°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity: Not applicable, as this is a primarily aquatic species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting: Provide a quality UVB light and a basking lamp. Although snapping turtles rarely bask compared to other aquatic turtles, they should still have access to a dry basking area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate: A bare-bottom enclosure or fine sand is recommended for easy cleaning. Avoid small gravel that could be accidentally swallowed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet: Florida snapping turtles are opportunistic omnivores. Feed a varied diet of high-quality aquatic turtle pellets, earthworms, insects, fish, shrimp, and occasional plant matter. Juveniles typically require more frequent feeding than adults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Quality: Strong filtration is essential because snapping turtles produce significant waste. Regular water changes and monitoring of ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels are necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandling: Snapping turtles have powerful jaws and can deliver serious bites. Handling should be kept to a minimum, and they should never be picked up by their tails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFacts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino Florida snapping turtles are exceptionally striking due to their pale yellow or cream-colored shells, light skin, and pinkish-red eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir coloration results from a genetic condition that reduces or eliminates melanin production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida snapping turtles are powerful aquatic predators native to Florida and surrounding parts of the southeastern United States.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are primarily aquatic and spend most of their time submerged, often hiding among vegetation or resting along the bottom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdults can reach approximately 8–18 inches in shell length, with large males occasionally exceeding this range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey can live 30–50 years or longer with proper care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir unusual coloration makes albino specimens highly sought after among experienced turtle keepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AquaTerra Exotic Pets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48142513045660,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.aquaterraexoticpets.com\/products\/3-albino-florida-snapper","provider":"AquaTerra Exotic Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}