Yellow-eared tortoises belong to Brazilian tortoises, and they are a common subspecies of Brazilian tortoises, which are similar to their lifestyles and environmental requirements. However, they are still very different from ordinary Brazilian tortoises:
1. Shape difference: The biggest difference between yellow-eared tortoises and Brazilian tortoises is their color and head pattern. Brazilian tortoises are also called Brazilian red-eared tortoises. As the name implies, they have two red markings behind their eyes, while the markings behind their eyes are yellow, which is why they are called yellow-eared tortoises.
2, another name difference: Brazilian tortoise is a tortoise of Brazilian color tortoise, and yellow-eared tortoise is a subspecies of Brazilian tortoise. Brazilian tortoise is also called Brazilian red-eared tortoise, and yellow-eared tortoise is also called yellow-bellied slippery tortoise.
2. Can yellow-eared tortoises and Brazilian tortoises be raised togetherYellow-eared tortoises and Brazilian tortoises be raised together, because their personalities and environmental requirements are similar, so there will be no discomfort when they are raised together. If you want to raise them together, you need to prepare a larger container for them, and ensure that there is enough food when feeding, so as to avoid them fighting for food. They should also be provided with some objects that can hide their bodies, such as hiding houses.