Turtles lay eggs 3-4 times a year, with 5-7 eggs laid at a time. Generally, May-July is the peak period. The optimal temperature for turtle reproduction is 27-30°C. If it exceeds 35°C, it will stop laying eggs. The eggs are usually placed in the sand to wait for hatching.

Turtles can start to reproduce when they are about 7 to 8 years old. The mating time of turtles begins in late April, and they usually mate on land or in water. Under natural conditions, hatchlings will hatch out of their shells after 50-80 days of hatching. However, the natural hatching of turtle eggs is easily affected by temperature, light and other conditions.

Notes on turtle breeding

1. Turtle breeding requires a good environment and allows it to move freely. Secondly, it must have an egg-laying area. Sprinkle water into the incubator regularly to ensure the humidity in the air.

2. After the turtle lays eggs, it must be placed in a quiet and safe environment, otherwise the turtle will feel nervous and scared, which will affect the recovery of its body functions.

3. Turtles consume a lot of energy during the process of laying eggs, so pay attention to supplementing adequate nutrition after laying eggs.