Whether small snapping turtles can be raised in deep water depends on their life stage. Normally, young snapping turtles cannot be raised in deep water because they are not only small in size, but also have weak swimming ability and physical strength. If they are raised in deep water, they are likely to choke or drown. Therefore, it is best to raise in shallow water at an early age. As they grow in size, the height of water level can increase. When they are adults, they can be raised in deep water. Although they can live in deep water, there are some differences between farmed and wild crocodile turtles, so the water level of breeding cannot be particularly deep.

The water level required by the small crocodile turtle in different stages is also different. The water level of the small crocodile turtle in infancy can be controlled at one time of the height of the carapace or just below the carapace. As they grow in size, the water level at which they are raised will also rise. When they are adults, the height of water level can be controlled at 3 times of the height of carapace, which can ensure that the water level is suitable without choking. If you want to raise them at a deeper water level, you can build a balcony or stepping stone in the container, or you can directly set up a shallow water area, so that they can climb to the water surface for air at any time.