The Columbian woodgrain turtle, belonging to the freshwater turtle family, also known as the black-bellied woodgrain turtle, is mainly distributed in Colombia, Ecuador and Panama, and has a wide range of distribution. This tortoise is relatively large in size, and because its distribution is close to the frigid zone, it also has strong cold resistance. However, when the temperature is low to a certain extent, it will also enter the state of hibernation, which is an excellent  Variety.

1. Morphological characteristics of the Columbian woodgrain turtle

Viewed from a distance, the head and ambulance of the Columbian woodgrain turtle The closed-shell turtle is somewhat similar. Its whole body is almost black, and there are some light yellow or yellow-green patterns around its eyes. Its claws and webs are well developed, and its jaws are slightly hook-shaped and attached. There are numerous spots. In addition, the head of the Colombian woodgrain turtle is small and thin, and the edges of its jaws are jagged. The color of the tortoise shell is mostly light brown with dense lines. It is easier to distinguish male and female Colombian woodgrain turtles. Male turtles have thick and long tails, while this turtle is small and short!

Second, the living habits of Columbia woodgrain turtles

1. Breeding habit

In general, every autumn is its breeding season. For it, it can produce about 4 each time. 's eggs. This turtle is very clever. Before breeding, it will thoroughly clean up the place where it lays its eggs. During this period, it is best for parents to cover the breeding box with a layer of vermiculite and observe its breeding situation at any time. This requires Parents keep a record of the time and number of eggs collected at any time!

2. Care for hatchlings

After hatchlings are born, they should be released first Put it in a basin covered with wet handkerchief, and then move it to a plastic basin after a period of time, but pay attention to heat preservation. At the beginning, the parents gave it some feed, and after a week, it can be raised in the pond for the hatchlings.

3. How to raise the Colombian woodgrain turtle

Habitat - Before raising the Columbian woodgrain turtle, parents should prepare a rectangular cement pond for it. Of course, it is necessary to strictly define water and land, but the land area should be mostly. The construction of the land can use leaves, bark, weeds, moss, etc., which can play a certain moisturizing role, and the water in the water ground should not be too deep, and it is best to design a slope so that it can climb up and down.

【Food Characteristics】The food of the Colombian woodgrain turtle is extremely complex, and it can accept all kinds of animals, plants and artificially prepared foods, such as earthworms, fish Shrimp, green leaves, melons and fruits, as well as cucumbers, tomatoes and other foods, it is important to pay attention to the feeding time of this turtle, and before feeding, the food should be thoroughly cleaned, and the feeding conditions should be based on weather changes. And make timely adjustments, and finally, parents remember to ensure that their food is clean and free of contamination!