The Japanese ground turtle is a relatively small turtle species, which can be raised at home. It is a better turtle to raise. They are relatively small in size, so there is no requirement for container size. In addition, they are also omnivorous, can eat a variety of food, basically can say what to eat. Moreover, their adaptability and disease resistance are good, and they are not easy to die in the process of breeding, so they are easy to feed. However, when the Japanese ground turtle is still relatively small, it needs a little attention, at this time they are relatively easy to get sick, proper attention will be fine.
1. Space: When raising the Japanese ground turtle, it is very important to maintain a suitable ecological environment. Because the Japanese ground turtle is a semi-aquatic animal, it is better to adopt the arrangement pattern of half shallow water and half sandy soil in the tank. The thickness of the sandy soil can be 3-5 cm. Some green plants can be planted on the sandy soil to create a good living environment for them.
2. Feeding: Japanese ground turtles are omnivorous animals. They are never picky about their food. But Japanese ground turtles prefer meat food, such as tadpoles, snails and so on. Plant foods can also be properly fed, such as algae, aquatic plants and so on. Also, fruits and vegetables such as apples, bananas, lettuce and so on can also be. However, before feeding, we must first disinfect, wash and cut up before feeding.
3. Water level: The Japanese ground turtle is a semi-aquatic turtle. The water level should not be too deep. The water level should not exceed twice the level of its shell. Keeping suitable water level is a very important link in the cultivation of Japanese ground turtles.
4. Water temperature: The water temperature has an impact on the growth rate of the Japanese ground turtle. It is necessary to keep it suitable when breeding, preferably between 22 and 28 degrees.
5. Disease prevention and treatment: During the breeding of Japanese ground turtles, disease prevention and treatment are very important issues. First of all, we should pay attention to prevention. When symptoms are found, they need to be treated in time so as to ensure their healthy growth.