Dead-leaf turtles are not deep-water turtles. Although they are large aquatic turtles, their diving and physical strength are not very strong compared with water turtles. If they are placed in deep water, they may choke or drown. In addition, although they all live in water when they are in the wild, they live in shallow water, so they are not deep water turtles.

When breeding dead leaf turtles, it is necessary to adjust the height of water level according to their body shape. Under normal circumstances, the water level of young dead-leaf turtles should be consistent with the height of their carapace. When they mature, the height of water level can be controlled at one time of the height of carapace. If there are landscaping or climbing objects, they can be deepened appropriately, but the maximum should not exceed two times.

Dead-leaf turtles prefer weak acidic water, and the PH value of feeding them should be kept between 5.5-6.5. In addition, they prefer yellow water. When cultured artificially, olive leaves can be put into the water first, and the water quality can be adjusted to acidic, and then dead-leaf turtles can be put into it. This will not only make them adapt to the environment faster, but also prevent skin rot. Dead-leaf turtles don't like too much light. When breeding, breeders need to keep them in a dim place, which will make them feel more secure.