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The grass turtle is the Chinese grass turtle, also known as the golden-threaded turtle. It should be noted that some male grass turtles can become completely black, so they are not called grass turtles and ink turtles. Only a male Chinese grass turtle can become a cutter turtle. The same variety, just with a different name.

The golden turtle is a golden grass turtle with a golden line on the back carapace, which is not easy to get sick and easy to raise, and the two kinds of ghosts are very suitable for novice styles, with tap water that has been left for more than 3 days. The well water with the temperature reaching room temperature is OK, and you can usually feed some fish food, small fish and shrimp, and poultry offal, and often bask in the sun.

Grass turtle, also known as turtle, Chinese grass turtle, golden turtle, golden turtle, ink turtle, mud turtle, water turtle, mountain turtle, stinky blue turtle, longevity turtle, gossip turtle, etc.

It's a turtle to the touch. The Chinese grass turtle is commonly known as the turtle and is a species of turtle in the turtle family.

But there are several groups in the genus Grass Turtle:

1. The big-headed grass turtle, that is, the big-headed turtle, will not be explained in detail below.

2. Thread grass. 3. Ink grass.

4. Longevity grass (a species introduced in Japan).

Turtles are generally people's common name for turtles, but the real way to say which one is actually the grass turtle, the grass turtle is generally black, especially the male is mature and the whole body is completely black, hence the name.

Taxonymously, the tortoise and the grass tortoise belong to two different genera (and more than 20 other genera) in the subfamily Terrapidae.

A grass turtle is a turtle, and a turtle is a grass turtle.

Turtles are just one species of turtle.

People generally refer to turtles as turtles, and both grass turtles and turtles are a species of turtles.

Grass tortoise, tortoise.

1. The neck is different:Both the neck of the flower turtle and the grass turtle are black, but the neck of the flower turtle has some thin strips of yellow patterns, while the pattern on the neck of the grass turtle is dotted and irregularly distributed.

2. Different habits:Grass turtles are more carnivorous and occasionally eat some vegetarian food when they grow up. And the flower turtle meat and vegetarian are eaten.

Compared to the two, grass turtles grow at a slower rate. In addition, adult male grass turtles may have inking and blackening all over their bodies. This is not the case with flower turtles.

Precautions for feeding flower turtles.

Flower turtles like warmth and are afraid of cold, although they have strong adaptability, they are more sensitive to temperature changes, so they should pay attention when raising them to avoid sudden temperature drops.

The environment layout can be done with a general glass tank, put the water that has just submerged the turtle's back, and then place a floating island for the turtle to facilitate rest and dry the shell. Flower turtles are also omnivorous turtles, and can be fed small fish, shrimp and some fruits and green leafy vegetables during daily feeding.

In general, the difference between a flower turtle and a grass turtle is not obvious, and it can be identified mainly from its appearance. In discernment, it is possible to look at their necks. Both the neck of the flower turtle and the grass turtle are black, but the neck of the flower turtle has some thin strips of yellow patterns, while the pattern on the neck of the grass turtle is dotted and irregularly distributed.

The difference between the necks is their main difference. In addition, there are certain differences in their habits. Grass turtles are more carnivorous and occasionally eat some vegetarian food when they grow up.

And the flower turtle meat and vegetarian are eaten. Compared to the two, grass turtles grow at a slower rate. In addition, adult male grass turtles may have inking and blackening all over their bodies.

This is not the case with flower turtles.

The easiest way to distinguish between a grass turtle and a flower turtle is a flower turtle.

The easiest way to distinguish between a grass turtle and a flower turtle is a flower turtle.

The difference between a grass turtle and a Brazilian turtle is mainly in appearance, color, and character.

1. Appearance

The shape of the Chinese grass turtle is oval, and the dorsal carapace is raised with more obvious edges and corners, while the Brazilian tortoise is also oval, but the dorsal carapace is relatively flat. The dorsal carapace of the grass turtle is a regular polygonal shape, while the Brazilian turtle has the shape of a few rings, and the shape of each Brazilian turtle may be different. The Brazilian tortoise will also have some serrations on the tail of the dorsal carapace.

2. Color

The Brazilian turtle has red marks on the sides of the head than the grass turtle, which turns black when mature, and the Brazilian turtle is dark green, and the Brazilian turtle also has red marks on the sides of the head.

3. Character

In terms of personality, individual Brazilian turtles are more irritable, while grass turtles are generally mild.

Similarities

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Common grass turtles and Brazil are very cheap, ** are within the acceptable range and so on, and they are generally available in flower and bird markets, and even some roadside stalls can buy them.

2. Food

In terms of food, the Brazilian turtle and the grass turtle can almost be said to be completely close. Both turtles belong to the omnivorous turtle class, and as long as it is a diet of food, it is almost what to eat. For example, feed, fish, shrimp, snails, animal meat, and other insects can be.

3. Life habits

The grass turtle and the Brazilian turtle can also be said to be completely close in terms of living habits, the Brazilian turtle has strong disease resistance, strong adaptability, complex feeding habits, can adapt to various environments, the grass turtle is docile and spiritual, less excrement, and does not cause much damage to water quality.

The Brazilian tortoise belongs to a subspecies of the Brazilian painted tortoise, with an oval body with a gently raised back, inconspicuous edges and corners of the back, and a serrated back of the carapace. Their back armor is emerald green, and each shield has a circular pattern. The head is broad, the neck is short and thick, with yellowish-green longitudinal stripes on the head and neck, and a rectangular red markings on the back of the eyes.

With medium-sized eyes and a moderately short tail, they can be kept as pet turtles in China.

The body of the Brazilian turtle is oval, the back is slightly raised, it looks like a small hill, the ridge of the dorsal carapace is not very obvious, the dividing line of the shield is also relatively obvious, the back of the dorsal carapace is jagged, the color is emerald green, and the shield has a circular pattern. Their heads are relatively large, the neck is relatively thick, the head, the side of the neck, and the abdomen have yellow-green stripes, and the most prominent feature is that there is a rectangular red patch behind the eyes, which looks like ears, so it is also called the Brazilian red-eared turtle. They have short and stubby limbs, with relatively long forelimbs and shorter hind limbs.

They are bright in color when they are young, covered in yellow-green stripes and patterns, but fade in color and patterns as they grow in size.

1. Body type: The body shape of the Brazilian turtle is oval, the edges and corners of the dorsal carapace are not obvious, and there will be different patterns on the dorsal carapace. The grass turtle is oblong in shape, with 3 very distinct ridges on the dorsal carapace, and the dorsal carapace is all of a uniform color.

2. Color: The color of Brazilian turtles is generally emerald green, and there will be 2 red markings on the back of the eyes. Grass turtles are generally dark brown or reddish-brown in color.

3. Personality: Brazilian turtles are more lively and irritable. Grass turtles are mild-mannered and timid.

Their differences are as follows. The body length of the Chinese grass turtle is oblong, the dorsal carapace is slightly raised, there are three longitudinal ridges, the prismatic body is obvious, the top of the head is black olive, some are cyan, the front part is smooth, the rear part of its fine scales, and the abdominal carapace is flat.

The Brazilian tortoise carapace is flattened, each shield piece has a ring-shaped green vein, the posterior edge is serrate, the ventral carapace is pale yellow, with a black tortoise pattern like a copper coin, each turtle has a different pattern, the posterior edge is not jagged, and there are rich webbing between the fingers.

Brazilian turtles are omnivorous turtles that tolerate hunger, and they are mainly carnivorous when they are bred in captivity, especially in the juvenile and juvenile turtle stages, and mostly eat small fish and shrimp, lean meat, etc.

The above is the difference between a Brazilian tortoise and a grass tortoise.

1. Types of turtles

Turtles are a class of reptiles, with over 300 different species of turtles worldwide. These turtles can be divided into tortoises, sea turtles, and semi-water turtles.

Tortoises are the most common type of tortoise. They usually live on land and their diet consists of plants and insects.

Sea turtles, on the other hand, live in the ocean and are one of the largest marine reptiles in the world. Their forelimbs evolved into oar-like shapes to help them swim in the water.

Semi-water turtles are turtles that live in both freshwater and saltwater and feed on insects, small fish and plants.

2. The living habits of turtles

Turtles usually live longer, and some can even live up to 100 years. And they grow very slowly, taking many years to reach adulthood.

Turtles are cold-blooded animals and need to rely on the external environment to regulate their body temperature. So they usually move at sunrise or sunset, and during the day they hide in trees or burrows in the ground to escape the heat.

3. The conservation status of turtles

Due to human activities, such as urbanization and deforestation, the living environment of turtles has been greatly damaged. As a result, the turtle population is decreasing.

In order to protect these adorable creatures, the whole world has begun to take measures. For example, in some areas, protected areas have been designated to protect tortoises, prohibiting hunting and killing of tortoises.

In addition, there are many organizations that promote the ecological significance and value of tortoises, with a view to promoting the understanding and care of tortoises and protecting their habitat.

4. Turtle culture spike branches and customs

In China, the tortoise is a totemic animal with a long history and is closely associated with Chinese culture. In ancient times, people often put the turtle at home for their divination, believing that the turtle could predict good fortune and bad luck.

In addition, in Western culture, the tortoise is also a bulky and long-lasting symbol. In Western mythology, the tortoise is seen as a very powerful animal that lives in the underwater world. In some folk tales, the turtle is also depicted as a symbol of wisdom, longevity, and endurance, becoming one of the cultural totems that most people enjoy.