Nov 13, 2025 · Learn how box turtles hibernate (brumate) in winter. Discover when they go dormant, how to prepare your pet turtle for safe brumation, and key winter care tips.

Dec 24, 2025 · You’re here because your box turtle is slowing down, eating less, and you’re freaking out a little. Or maybe winter’s coming and you’re wondering if you need to do something special. Either …

Oct 25, 2025 · But by breaking it down, you can see that a successful box turtle hibernation is all about careful planning, observation, and patience. It might seem daunting the first time, but it’s one of the …

Aug 11, 2013 · Young turtles typically do not need to hibernate for their first few years of life. Most wild box turtles die during their first winter because hatchlings have such a hard time surviving hibernation.

Dec 4, 2019 · Most box turtles live in geographic areas that require them to hibernate for three to four months of the year. During this time, food is scarce and outside temperatures are so low that box …

Oct 14, 2025 · Most box turtles and tortoises hibernate between October or November until the late February through early April in the United States. Most turtles and tortoises hibernate for 2-4 months. …

Aug 6, 2025 · North American box turtles don’t just sleep through winter they undergo a complex physiological process known as brumation, a reptilian form of hibernation. This seasonal dormancy …

Apr 20, 2024 · You might think box turtles hibernate, but they actually undergo a fascinating process known as brumation. This reptile-specific dormancy isn’t just a deep sleep; it’s a complex preparation …

Some time around October, most box turtles start to slow down, stop eating and look for a good place to spend the winter hibernating. As the nights get colder, they may dig into a burrow overnight while still …

Like many other reptiles, box turtles enter a state of dormancy known as brumation, rather than true hibernation. This period is a survival mechanism where their metabolism, heart rate, and respiration …