1. What food do Chinese grass turtles eat 1. Animal feed: Young grass turtles prefer animal feed, because this feed contains a lot of protein and fat, which can meet most of the nutrients needed for their growth and development. The animal feed suitable for them to eat is small fish, shrimp, red worm, loach, earthworm, tadpole, snail, lean meat, animal viscera and so on.
2. Plant feed: When grass turtles grow up, their feeding habits will be vegetarian, and they prefer some vegetables and fruits. These feeds contain a lot of vitamins and trace elements, which can improve their resistance and immunity. Breeders had better feed them more cabbage, lettuce, cucumber, pumpkin, apple, banana and so on.
3. Synthetic feed: Breeders can also feed some synthetic feed at ordinary times, and they can eat common turtle food in the market. If conditions permit, it is recommended to choose some turtle food with better quality.
2. How to feed Chinese grass turtles1. Feeding methods: Chinese grass turtles have no great requirements on feeding methods, because they can eat in water or on land, so breeders can freely choose feeding places.
2. Feeding frequency: The feeding frequency of Chinese grass turtles is different at different stages. Normally, the feeding frequency of young turtles needs to be higher, and it is best to feed once a day. Feeding frequency can be lower in adulthood, once every 2-3 days.
