Compared with grass tortoise, it is less difficult to raise Brazilian tortoise. Although both of them have low requirements for the environment, they can survive in lower or higher water temperatures and have strong adaptability to the environment. However, compared with Brazilian tortoises, grass tortoises have higher requirements for water quality. Because they need clean and clear water to live better, if the water quality is too poor, there will be problems such as rotten skin and rotten armor. In addition, the Brazilian tortoise grows faster than the grass tortoise, and its personality is lively, so it is easy to interact with its owner. Grass turtles are gentle in character. If they are frightened or attacked, they will only retract into their shells and remain motionless.
2. Can Brazilian tortoises and grass tortoises be mixed?Polyculture is not recommended for Brazilian tortoises and grass tortoises, although they are common tortoises and it is not difficult to raise them. However, Brazilian tortoises are larger in size and grow faster in adulthood. If they are mixed with grass turtles, Brazilian turtles may bully grass turtles. In addition, the Brazilian tortoise has a lively character and sometimes takes the initiative to attack the grass tortoise. Grass turtles are gentle and even lazy. They will not fight back after being bullied, but will only hide. Although they are omnivorous animals, Brazilian tortoises have a strong ability to grab food. If they are raised together, grass tortoises may not be able to grab food.