Rapid Tapping/Shaking Of the Claws! HELP!!!

by Shelby

Okay, I have a Red-Eared Slider turtle who is about 2 years old. Tonight I was putting my finger up against his aquarium, and he came up to it. After a few moments of just looking, he brought his claws near his face (up to my finger) and began making a rapid, repetitive tapping or shaking of his claws. I have never seen him do this, and I'm a little worried. Can someone please help me? It is much appreciated! Wolverine (my turtle, named after his claws!) thanks you as well!

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Jul 17, 2010
Red eared slider claws
by: Anonymous

If you pet was doing this with another red eared slider, I'd say it was mating behavior. Maybe he wants to mate with your finger.

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