The heat lamp for your turtles basking area needs a ceramic top so it doesnt melt. Learn how to choose heat lamps for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video. Expert: Cordell Jacques Bio: Cordell Jacques has worked in the pet industry for the past 10 years. He has been a reptile hobbyist in one form or another for most of his entire life. Filmmaker: Travis Waack

The sex of red-eared slider turtles can be determined by looking at the length of their nails and their chest cavities. Look for long claws and chest indentations in male turtles with tips from a reptile specialist in this free video on turtle care. Expert: James Dix Bio: James Dix is the founder and owner of Reptile Rescue Service in Salt Lake City, UT. Dix has been working with reptiles for 37 years. Filmmaker: Michael Burton