Crocodile turtle likes to be in water because they are water turtles. Wild crocodile turtles all live in streams, rivers, lakes or swamps. They will not leave water except breeding, so they prefer to live in water. Although they can climb to land, they can't leave the water for a long time, otherwise they will be at risk of dehydration. When cultured artificially, a balcony can be set up for them, so that they can move in the water and rest ashore.

Crocodile turtles living in the wild have no habit of basking in their backs. Breeders can choose to bask in the sun or not. Whether they want to bask in the sun or not can be decided according to their actual situation. When breeding artificially, it is best to give them sunshine. Because more sun exposure can promote their absorption of calcium and phosphorus, making their physique stronger. Light from the sun can also kill bacteria on their carapace and reduce their chances of getting sick.

Of course, if the breeder doesn't want to give them sunshine, it is ok. Because crocodile turtles have strong ability to resist diseases in adulthood. Moreover, they have no habit of basking in their backs, and not basking in the sun will not affect their health.