1. How long does it take for soft-shelled turtles to start laying eggs It takes 3-5 years for soft-shelled turtles to breed from birth to reproduction, but the specific breeding time will still be affected by environment and physique. There are some precocious turtles, which can mature after 3 years of birth.
In addition to physical fitness, the living environment will also affect the development speed of soft-shelled turtles. If they live in a comfortable environment, they will develop faster and mature in about 4 years. If they live in a poor environment, it may take about 5 years to mature. When adult turtles reach the breeding season, they will naturally pair and produce.
2. How can turtles lay eggs1. Ready to reproduce: If you want turtles to reproduce, you should choose mature turtles. The water temperature should be kept at about 30 ℃, and the water quality should be clean and refreshing. When they have the intention to pair, they can be transferred to separate breeding tanks for mating.
2. Reproduction: Soft-shelled turtles are fertilized in vivo. During reproduction, males climb onto the female's back and then mate. After successful mating, the turtle will give birth in about 2 weeks.
3. Hatching: After turtle production, the breeder needs to transfer the eggs to the incubator and keep the water temperature and humidity within a stable range. This can speed up their hatching and reduce the probability of turtle eggs dying.
