How long can soft-shelled turtle be suppressed in water before it dies? Can it die without water

Turtles may die if they are suppressed in water for about 2 hours, because they breathe with their lungs and need to float to the water regularly to breathe fresh air. Under normal circumstances, they can last in the water for half an hour or about an hour at most, and some with good physique can last for one and a half hours. But it can't take more than 2 hours at most, otherwise they may choke and drown.

1. How long can turtles die after holding back in water

Turtles die after holding back in water for about 2 hours. Because turtles are different from fish, they breathe with their lungs, so they need to swim to the water regularly to take a breath to ensure their sufficient oxygen.

Under normal feeding conditions, soft-shelled turtles usually take a breath once every half hour or about one hour. There are also some people with good physique who can last for about one and a half hours. But once it lasts more than one and a half hours, they will cause a lot of discomfort. If they can't swim to the water for air at this time, they may choke and drown.

2. Will soft-shelled turtles die without water

Soft-shelled turtles will not die without water for a short time, because they are amphibians and can live both in water and on land. As long as they live in an environment without too strong sunlight, they can last for 3-4 days.

Although soft-shelled turtles can leave the water for a short time, they cannot leave the water for a long time, otherwise they will die. When breeding artificially, it is best to prepare an amphibious environment for them, which can not only ensure that they live more comfortably, but also bask in the sun on land, enhance their resistance and immunity, and reduce the probability of illness.