How many pounds can soft-shelled turtles grow and how big can they breed

Turtles can weigh more than ten kilograms or dozens of kilograms in adulthood, and their growth speed is relatively fast in the first few days of birth. In the first year, it can grow about half a catty, and in the second year, it can grow to about 2 catties. Turtles that grow in different environments have different weights when they grow up. The weight of artificially raised soft-shelled turtles is about ten kilograms when they grow up, but the weight of soft-shelled turtles grown in the wild can reach tens of kilograms.

1. How many pounds can turtles grow

The weight of turtles can reach more than ten kilograms or dozens of kilograms, but how many pounds can they grow depends on their environment. If it is a farmed turtle, the weight may be less, about ten kilograms. If it is a soft-shelled turtle grown in the wild, it will be heavier when it grows up, and may reach tens of kilograms. Turtles grow faster in the early stage, and they can grow about half a catty in the first year of birth. In the second year, they can grow about 2 kg. If there is enough food, they will grow faster in the later stage.

2. How old can soft-shelled turtles reproduce

It takes 3-5 years for soft-shelled turtles to reproduce, but the specific reproduction time will be affected by physique and environment. There are some precocious turtles that can mature in about 3 years. Ordinary turtles usually mature in about 4 years. If the living environment is uncomfortable, they only need about 5 years to mature. When soft-shelled turtles mature, they will mate and reproduce in the right season.

If breeders want turtles to reproduce as soon as possible, it is best to feed them more nutritious foods or foods that promote development, which can speed up their growth and development and make them mature faster.