How much of this should we feed an adult box turtle?

We mix about a teaspoon of this with little more than a tablespoon or so of the canned box turtle food. Moisten the dry food before mixing. If just dry food then likely 1-2 tablespoons. Feeding is about every 2-3 days from what we read. If we notice turtle hanging around food dish between feedings we know he wants more.

How is this prepared? are box turtles expected to eat this food dry or with water added? zoo med laboratories inc-gourmet box turtle food 8.25 ounce.

I was wondering the same thing... Some of the other brands are saying soak in water to rehydrate which makes much more sense to me! Turtles can be hard to keep hydrated anyway, I figure feeding them dehydrated crunchy exoskeleton wouldn't be super beneficial to their health... Can this product be rehydrated or is it meant to be fed dry only?

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Gourmet Box Turtle Food Net Wt 8.25oz (254g)

Gourmet Box Turtle Food Net Wt 8.25oz (254g)

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Age Range (Description)
young-adult
Brand
Zoo Med
Flavor
Fish
Item Form
Pellet
Specific Uses For Product
Training

🍄Natural mushroom blend

🍓Real strawberry infusion

🦗Protein-rich dried mealworms

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Description

🐢 Feed the future of your turtle’s health with every bite!

MADE IN THE USA WITH CARE - Premium quality and safety you can trust for your shelled companion.
NUTRIENT PACKED GOURMET BLEND - Elevate your turtle’s diet with a perfect mix of vitamins and minerals.
PERFECT FOR YOUNG ADULT TURTLES - Tailored nutrition to support growth and vitality at every stage.
SCIENTIFICALLY BACKED NUTRITION - 30+ years of reptile research ensures optimal health support.
ALL NATURAL ADDITIVE FREE FORMULA - No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives—pure, clean nutrition.

Zoo Med’s Gourmet Box Turtle Food is an 8.25oz tub of all-natural, additive-free pellets crafted from dried mealworms, mushrooms, and strawberries. Designed with over 30 years of reptile nutrition expertise, this USA-made formula enriches your turtle’s diet with essential vitamins and minerals, supporting young-adult turtles’ growth and vitality.

Specifications

ASIN	B00VBPIVRW
ASIN	B00VBPIVRW
Additional Features	Gourmet blend with natural ingredients and added vitamins and minerals
Age Range Description	young-adult
Animal Food Diet Type	Plant-Based
Animal Food Ingredient Claim	Additive-Free
Best Sellers Rank	#54,831 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #427 in Reptile & Amphibian Food
Brand Name	Zoo Med
Breed Recommendation	All Breed Sizes
Container Type	Tub
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (502)
Date First Available	March 1, 2015
Department	Unisex-Adult
Dog Breed Size	Medium
Flavor	Fish
Global Trade Identification Number	00097612400991
Included Components	Zoo Med - FOOD GRMT BOX TRTL 8.25OZ
Item Form	Pellet
Item Type Name	Zoo Med - FOOD GRMT BOX TRTL 8.25OZ
Item Weight	0.27 g
Item model number	ZM-99
Manufacturer	Dealfisher
Manufacturer	Dealfisher
Manufacturer Part Number	ZM-99
Model Number	ZM-99
Number of Items	1
Occasion	Birthday
Package Size Name	8.25 Oz.
Pet Type	Reptile
Product Benefits	Enhances turtle's diet with essential nutrients
Product Dimensions	1 x 1 x 1 inches; 0.01 ounces
Recommended Uses For Product	Turtle Food, Turtle Diet Enrichment
Special Ingredients	Dried Mealworms, mushrooms, strawberries
Specific Uses For Product	Training
Target Species	Turtle
UPC	097612400991
Unit Count	8.25 Ounce
Warranty Description	Warranty

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