Today, Sillie and Leona have almost outgrown their tank. I've heard they will grow to be the size of large plates. Bigger turtles = bigger home, right? My mom spends a good chunk of her evenings, affectionately cleaning and caring for the turtles. Jokingly, I've asked Mom if we should set our turtle friends free in the wild, and Mom shot me a very disapproving look and said, "No Way!" She's convinced it would ruin our family's well-being and fortune. I've researched red ear sliders, and it turns out their average lifespan is about 30+ years. So, here's to a prosperous and healthy 30 years!