1. It is several years since the Brazilian tortoise was 12 cm. Under normal breeding, the Brazilian tortoise can grow to 12 cm in 2-3 years after birth. Because their growth rate is still relatively fast, as long as food and nutrition are adequate, they can grow by about 0.5 cm every month, so they can grow to 12 cm in 2-3 years. Some people with good physique may grow to 12 cm within 2 years.
Of course, Brazilian tortoises grow in different environments, and their body types develop at different rates. If they grow in a harsh environment and lack food, it will take longer for them to grow to 12 cm.
2. What do Brazilian tortoises think of their age1. Look at their carapace: There will be round patterns on their carapace, and they will grow a circle of patterns after hibernation every winter. Breeders can judge their age by observing their patterns. In general, the number of turns of patterns plus 1 is their exact age. Moreover, the clearer the lines on the carapace, the older they are.
2. Look at the size: The Brazilian tortoise can grow about 5 cm a year in the growth and development stage, and the breeder can judge the age by the size of the size. You can also look at the weight. They weigh about 15 grams when they are born one year, 50 grams when they are born two years or so, 100 grams when they are born three years, and so on.
