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The appearance characteristics of the Pacific Ridley turtle

2021-11-09 / 183 Read

       The Pacific Ridley turtle, belonging to the Turtle family, is also known as a lot, mainly including olive turtles, sea turtles, Ridley turtles, etc. It is the smallest species of sea turtles. Its main distribution area is the sea area around China-Jiangsu Province. According to the current data analysis, the number of species of this turtle can be said to be very small, and the prospect is not optimistic. It is gratifying that it has been strictly controlled by the state. protection of. In general, the Pacific Ridley turtle has a wide range of distribution, and its reproduction method is oviparous.

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     The Pacific Ridley turtle is a small body, its carapace is about 600 mm in length, and its weight is slightly lighter. Its back is almost square, with two pairs of scales attached. Its plastron is very developed, and there is a small hole behind each shield. Not only that, its limbs are also well developed, flat and flat. , The color of the head, limbs, and back of the Pacific Ridley turtle is dark olive green, and the color of its abdomen is orange, slightly dull!


       Pacific Ridley turtles live in tropical regions all year round, like shallower waters , its breeding ground is also here. This tortoise is a typical gregarious animal, especially during the breeding period. You will often see a large number of Pacific Rittos gathering on the beach to breed and lay eggs. The scene is particularly magnificent, but it is no longer seen Such a sight. This turtle usually lays eggs on the shore during the day, and it looks like a vivid and harmonious picture. Because of this, it has been unanimously recognized by many turtle friends!

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      rearing environment- nowadays, there are many artificial rearing species, indeed, in this way, its feeding effect is much better. For it, its feeding tools can be used in fish tanks, water basins and ponds. If it is regarded as a kind of For ornamental turtles, you can choose a fish tank or a water basin. The feeding water does not need to be too deep. Parents should also lay a layer of fine sand or a larger stone at the bottom of the turtle, so that the Pacific Ridley turtle can get up and down at ordinary times. climb.

       Food Points-The Pacific Rithrael prefers mollusks, but sometimes eats some fish eggs or sea creatures. For adult turtles, parents can feed it twice a day, and they should wait for it to eat before feeding it. If there is any leftover food, it should be dug out immediately, otherwise it will be easy to eat. Destruction of water quality. In winter, parents should pay attention to the temperature of their environment and keep warm at any time, because this will directly affect the appetite of the Pacific Ridley turtle. If its temperature is kept at about 30 degrees, its food intake will be larger. At this time, parents should give it more fish, shrimp, vegetables, fruits, grains and other foods. This turtle in the breeding season, parents should give it more animal food, so as to meet its breeding needs.