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What's the difference between Flame Turtle and Alabama Turtle? Can they be raised together

Anyuan
Practicing veterinary physician
Head difference: Flame tortoise head pattern is thicker, Alabama tortoise head pattern is thinner, and their jaws have obvious grooves. The carapace is different: The carapace of the flame turtle is relatively thin, while the carapace of the Alabama turtle is relatively thick. Different sizes: Flame tortoises grow in size as adults, while Alabama tortoises look round. Abdominal armor is different: Alabama tortoise's abdominal armor is orange-red, and flame tortoise's abdominal armor is red.
What's the difference between Flame Turtle and Alabama Turtle? Can they be raised together 1. What's the difference between flame tortoise and Alabama tortoise

Flame tortoise and Alabama tortoise are related, so their shapes and other habits are similar, so many people will confuse them. Here is a detailed introduction to the differences between different parts of them.

1, different heads: The heads of flame tortoises and Alabama tortoises are quite different, and the patterns of flame tortoises' heads are relatively thick. The pattern of Alabama tortoises is relatively fine, and their jaws will have an obvious groove, which is also the most representative feature of Alabama tortoises.

2. Different carapace: At the same age, the carapace of flame tortoise is relatively thin, while that of Alabama tortoise is thicker.

3. Different body shapes: There are also great differences in body shapes between adult flame tortoises and Alabama tortoises. The adult flame tortoises are longer, while the Alabama tortoises are more round.

4. Different belly armors: Most of the belly armors of flame turtles are red, and there are no other colors in general. Alabama tortoises have orange-red carapace, which looks similar to flame tortoises, but there are some red or yellow patterns on the edge of their belly carapace.

2. Can flame tortoises be raised with Alabama tortoises

Flame tortoises can be raised with Alabama tortoises, because they are related as mentioned above, so they are similar in habits and living habits, so they are suitable for raising together. However, when raising, we should pay attention to the space problem first, and the breeder needs to prepare a larger container for them. Secondly, we should pay attention to the problem of feeding and ensure that the food fed is sufficient. Finally, pay attention to careful observation. If they are found to be fighting, they need to be separated immediately.

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