How does Ehrlich's Terrapin hibernate?

Mar 01,2024
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The suitable growth temperature of Ehrlich's water turtle is 17-30℃, and it will hibernate when it is lower than 15℃. During hibernation, they burrow into the mud and spend two months hibernating underwater. When Ehrlich's aquatic turtle hibernates, its metabolism almost stops and it does not need to breathe, but it can obtain oxygen from the water through its cloaca.

Things to note when hibernating the Ehrlich's Terrapin:

1. Temperature. The most suitable hibernation temperature for Ehrlich's aquatic turtle is 4-8 degrees, and the turtle basically does not consume physical energy during this temperature period.

2. Cleanse the intestines. If the intestines are not thoroughly cleaned before hibernation, food will spoil in the digestive tract and cause inflammation.

3. Environment. Fine sand and shelter can give turtles a sense of security during hibernation. Place the turtle box in a place with little vibration from human activities. Turtles are not afraid of sounds but are afraid of shocks.

4. After the temperature rises, when the turtle wakes up, do not feed for the first time. After stopping eating for 1 week, start feeding a small amount. The amount of feeding will gradually increase according to the rising water temperature.

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