Red-eared Slider Balsa Ornament balsa-southernforest because only males have a

because only males have a red patch on the back of their heads

Their long sticky tongues quickly snatch up spiders and insects

This furry little pet has to be given Vitamin C everyday

They grow to be quite large--12 ft and 1000 lbs

Snappy holidays from this alligator

Red-eared Slider Balsa Ornament balsa-southernforest because only males have aThe red earred slider gets its name from the red marking around its ears, as well as its ability to quickly slide off a rock or log into the water. This subaquatic turtle is the most popular pet turtle in the world. Made out of sustainably harvested balsa wood, these lightweight ornaments are hand carved and then painted with non toxic acrylic paint by a cooperative of skilled artisans on Isla Solentiname, Nicaragua. Approximate size: 5" x 2".