The grass turtle is a shallow water turtle. They can only live in shallow water. This is mainly because they need to breathe through their lungs, and if they stay in the water for a long time, they can easily suffocate. If the water level is relatively high, they will not be able to climb up. Therefore, it is better not to keep them in deep water. If you want to keep them in deep water, you'd better add some stones and decorations to the water to make it easier for them to climb up.
the water level of the grass turtle, which needs to be adjusted according to the height of the carapace of the grass turtle. Generally, the water level at which they are raised should be consistent with the height of their bodies. Especially when they are young, if the water level is too deep, they can easily drown. To raise them at this time, you can put some moist sponge cushions around them for them to rest. In adulthood, it can be adjusted normally according to their carapace, so that the water can cover the tortoise shell about 1 cm. When
raising them, there is a special period, that is, their hibernation period. During the hibernation period, the water level must be shallow, and generally only need to provide them with a humid environment. If the water is too deep, it is easy to cause danger.
