The tortoise can bask in the sun in summer, as long as it is not basked in the high temperature. For tortoises, it is very necessary to bask in the back, this animal usually in the water, the back often breeds some bacteria, through the sun can kill it. At the same time, it can raise the temperature and accelerate metabolism. In addition, sunning can promote the synthesis of vitamin D3, which is conducive to calcium absorption.
1, sterilization and disinfection: The biggest advantage of tortoise sunbathing is sterilization, because it is in the water for a long time, it is easy to be parasitic bacteria in some parts of the body, once injured, it will lead to disease. Through sunshine, ultraviolet radiation can destroy most of the bacteria, which can reduce the risk of disease.
2. Raise the temperature: basking in the sun can also raise the temperature of the turtle. As a poikilotherm, it prefers high temperature to low temperature. The higher the temperature, the more appetizing it is, and the more energetic it is. Moreover, it can accelerate its metabolism and help its development greatly.
3. Calcium absorption: tortoises exposed to the sun cannot directly supplement calcium, but it can promote the synthesis of vitamin D3 in the body. This substance is very helpful for the absorption of calcium, thus preventing some diseases such as soft nail disease.
