Burmese ratite, also known as hawk-billed tortoise, this tortoise includes seven subspecies, and different subspecies are distributed in different places, and their habits and life characteristics are also different. This turtle is mainly distributed in Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar and other places. The number of turtle groups is large, and it is suitable for artificial breeding. It should be noted that this turtle has a very violent and fierce temperament, and it should be carefully considered before raising it. Overall, the Burmese ratite is an easy species to keep.

1. Appearance characteristics of the Burmese ratite

The Burmese ratite is of medium size, with a moderate carapace and no other Tabby, its head is not as flexible as other turtle species. In addition, the head of the small turtle is larger, slightly triangular, and its back shell is hard. Not only that, the Burmese ratite also has a pair of large black eyes, and its abdomen is olive-colored, small and flat. There are also very developed limbs and webbed, the color is gray, very flexible!

2. Habit characteristics of the Burmese ratite

The Burmese ratite has a vicious personality , very irascible, and has a large wild, it likes to live in a dry environment, but it should also maintain a certain humidity. This turtle does not like to play in the water. They usually live on land. If it is placed in the water for a long time, it is likely to drown. Like most tortoise species, it is also sensitive to the surrounding environment. It is best for parents not to keep it together with other mild-mannered tortoise species, otherwise, the consequences will be serious.

3. How to raise Burmese ratites

1. Living environment

For Burmese ratites For example, before raising it, parents should prepare a water tank with a filter system and a suitable size for it, so that it will be much more convenient for parents to raise it. In addition, it should also be put aside for a spacious rest area and hiding place. . It should be known that this turtle does not like to live in a high temperature environment. Therefore, its suitable temperature is about 20 degrees Celsius. If it is lower than 10 degrees, the Burmese ratite will enter a state of hibernation. In summer, the temperature should not exceed 29 degrees Celsius, otherwise, it will undoubtedly push it to the cliff of death!

2. Food characteristics

Myanmar Flat-chested turtles are typical carnivores. They also like to catch some small fish and shrimps. If this turtle is artificially farmed, parents should pay more attention to its nutrition. In general, its food mainly includes earthworms, shrimps, snails, pork, beef and other foods. In order to ensure the balance of its food, parents may wish to give it some fruits, green leaves, tomatoes and so on.

In terms of feeding, parents should pay attention not to give it too many fish at one time, they usually catch and bite many fish, but this does not mean that they will eat a lot, so pay attention This is good. In addition, under normal circumstances, it is best for parents not to keep it together with other turtle species, which will not only affect the water quality, but also cause fighting between turtle groups!