I. What is the reason why the turtle doesn’t eat?
1. The tortoise recognizes the birth or is sick
The newly bought tortoise will inevitably recognize the birth in an unfamiliar environment, and it takes some time to adapt. The adaptation period ranges from 3 days to 2 weeks. After the adaptation period, the turtle will eat normally. However, if it is a turtle that has just finished hibernation, it generally does not need to eat immediately. The owner should analyze the reason why the turtle does not eat according to the situation at that time. In addition, there is another possibility that the tortoise is sick, which is the most terrifying situation. If the tortoise is already sick when it is bought, it will be more difficult for novice breeders to raise the tortoise. If the tortoise does not eat, but also behaves inactive or has other abnormalities, then the tortoise is most likely sick and needs to be treated in time.
2. The temperature is too low
The most suitable living temperature for tortoises is 25-28℃. In this temperature range, the tortoises have a good appetite and grow vigorously. If the temperature is below 20°C, the turtle will usually eat less, while if the temperature is below 15°C, the turtle will stop eating and prepare to go into hibernation. So if the temperature is lower than 15 ℃, it is normal for turtles not to eat.
3. The water level is too high
Because of the lack of experience in raising turtles, many breeders put the turtles they just bought into deep water for breeding. Problem, but tortoises will not eat if they stay in deep water for a long time. The most suitable water level for breeding turtles is half the height of the turtle’s body, that is, the depth of the water is preferably just below the edge of the turtle’s carapace, preferably not below the turtle.
Second, the solution for turtles not eating
Newly bought Because the turtle has not yet adapted to the new environment, it is normal that it does not eat, and the breeder does not have to rush to feed it. It is not a problem for the turtle to not eat for a few days. it feeds. However, if the tortoise still does not eat after a week, and there is no health problem, you can try the following methods:
1. Let the tortoise starve for a period of time
In general, the tortoise After a week of not eating, it will be hungry for a few days, wait until the turtle is hungry and then feed it, then it will start to eat and eat more. This method is very effective for some turtles in good physical condition. Breeders don’t have to worry about tortoises starving to death, tortoises are very resistant to starvation. Under normal circumstances, they can persist without eating for one month without any problems. However, it is still necessary to feed the turtles on a regular basis.
2. Change the environment to allow the turtle to start eating
Many turtles get scared when they enter a new environment, especially in the dark. Therefore, if the location of the turtle’s residence is far from the sun and the environment is relatively poor, it is recommended to move the breeding container to a place with better light such as a balcony, which will help guide the turtle to start eating.
3. Lure to start eating
Shrimp meat is generally used to induce turtles to start eating. First of all Cut the shrimp into small pieces, hold the shrimp with chopsticks and shake it in front of the turtle’s nose. If the turtle is scared to dodge or hide in the shell, don’t worry, but don’t chase the turtle with the shrimp, you can hold the shrimp and shake it gently in front of the turtle’s eyes to cause the turtle attention. Or the breeder can also let the turtle start naturally. At the same time, chop the shrimp meat and throw the shrimp meat into the water. The turtle in good condition will eat it after a period of time. At this time, be careful not to disturb the turtle. Let it eat in peace.
4. Stimulate turtles to start eating
In general, feeding more than two turtles can stimulate the appetite of turtles, and if the breeding conditions allow, multiple turtles are raised together The breeding effect will be better.
The above method also applies to turtles that are in good health but do not eat.
