Whether crocodile turtles can be raised in deep water depends on their body shape. Because they adapt to different water levels at different stages. Generally speaking, crocodile turtles in their infancy are not suitable for living in deep water. Because they are just born, their physical strength and swimming ability are relatively low. If they are bred in deep water rashly, there may be risks of choking and drowning. Therefore, it is best for the water level of crocodile turtles in childhood to be consistent with the height of carapace.

But when they are adults, they can be farmed in deep water. Because they become more adaptable to the environment as adults, and their physical strength and swimming ability will improve, deep water culture can also make their carapace develop better. Although they can be raised in deep water as adults, the water level should not exceed 3-4 times of their carapace, otherwise they may drown.

Crocodile turtles can be raised in cold water. They have low requirements for environment and temperature, and can survive in water temperature between 3-45 ℃. However, if the water temperature is too low, their appetite and activity will decrease. If the water temperature is lower than 15 ℃, they will go into hibernation. Crocodile turtles will stop growing after hibernation, and long-term low temperature or hibernation will also affect their health, so it is recommended that breeders keep the water temperature between 20-33 ℃.