Flower turtles are not tortoises. Flower turtles are also called Chinese flower turtles. They have good water quality. Wild flower turtles like to live in low-altitude waters, such as rivers, streams or swamps. Although turtles are water turtles, they have strong ability to endure drought. They can live without water, so it is relatively simple to raise them. In the process of artificial breeding, a drying platform can be set up for them in the breeding container, so that they can not only move in the water, but also climb to the shore to bask in the sun and rest.

As mentioned above, the flower turtle belongs to water turtle, so it is better to raise it in water. Although they are water turtles, they can stay in the water all the time, so breeders need to build a gentle slope or balcony for them to climb to the shore to rest at any time. Therefore, it is best for turtles to live in amphibious environment.

Although flower turtles are water turtles, they can't live in particularly deep water. When breeding, breeders should pay attention to adjusting their water level. Generally speaking, the height of the water level of the young turtle is consistent with the height of the carapace. In this way, they can live in water without affecting their breathing. In adulthood, the height of the water level can be controlled at 30-40 cm, so that there is enough space for activities and you can quickly climb ashore for air.