Difference between terrapin, semi-terrain and land turtle
1, terrapin They live in the water most of the time, except when they come ashore to lay eggs or migrate to find more comfortable habitats, they generally do not come ashore, although many species of water turtles also have the habit of basking their backs, but they rarely climb frequently. On the shore; while semi-aquatic turtles and tortoises basically live on land, but it is not ruled out that some tortoise species will occasionally enter shallow waters to bathe or search for food in shallow waters.
2. Most of the carapaces of terrapins are semi-dome-shaped and streamlined; and generally the skin of terrapins is relatively smooth, with sharp nails and webbed feet, and some terrapin species for better adaptation Life in water has also evolved flippers, such as pig-nosed turtles, etc.; while semi-aquatic turtles and tortoises have relatively rough skin, thick legs, no webbed feet, and most of the carapaces are high dome-shaped. Some tortoise species The carapace can be nearly spherical.
3. The carapace of terrapins is generally lighter, which helps them live in water; while the carapaces of semi-aquatic turtles and tortoises are generally heavier, which is more beneficial for them to live better in the water. Live on land, so as not to be easily scratched.
4. Most terrapins are omnivores that prefer meat, but some terrapin species may prefer meaty food when they are young, but may completely eat vegetarian food when they are adults. Food; semi-aquatic turtles and tortoises mainly feed on vegetarian food such as grasses, fruits and vegetables, and semi-aquatic turtles are omnivorous, while tortoises are more inclined to vegetarians.
5. Generally speaking, as long as the feeding methods are good, water turtles can survive for about 20 to 50 years; while semi-water turtles and tortoises have a longer average lifespan, with an average lifespan of 60 to 80 years. Some species have a lifespan of more than 100 years.
Before novice raising turtles:
1. Before that, it is necessary to learn the relevant common sense and breeding knowledge about turtles, and to determine your favorite turtle species.
2. Before raising turtles, pay attention to whether your home meets the conditions for raising turtles, so as not to give up raising turtles in the middle, so don’t buy turtles impulsively.
3. Strictly select healthy tortoises for feeding; do a good job in the ideological awareness of silent dedication, and at the same time make psychological preparations to accompany the tortoise for a long time, because the tortoise has a long lifespan, if the tortoise cannot be raised for a long time, then Feeding is not recommended.
