Missisippi Map Turtle/ Terrapin

Question
Hi there,

I have recently bought two missisippi Map Terrapins and have no idea how old they are. How do i tell?

Answer
Hello Tasha, it is nearly impossible to tell the age if you haven't a clue of their hatch date. But most people go by the turtle's size. Its not age that they determine sexual maturity or age to determine when you can separate the gender. It is the size of the turtle (on average, as of course some grow at different rates) But I can't tell you how old your turtle is even knowing the size. I am sorry but you just can not be sure.

Good luck
Yexalen