Northern diamondback turtle
The northern diamondback turtle is a semi-aquatic turtle. Its native place is the United States, Europe, America and Mexico. It is named because of the beautiful patterns on its back. It is now more and more popular among turtle lovers. It is available in overseas markets, and the price is not expensive. The feeding method is relatively simple. There are many classifications of diamondback turtles, and the northern diamondback turtle is just a small branch among them.
The northern diamondback turtle, as its name implies, is the diamondback turtle that is found in the northernmost part of the country. It is relatively cold-resistant, so it will hibernate in the winter, but it is the diamondback turtle that is found in southern Florida. Turtles don't hibernate. The growth season is from April to July every year. The eggs laid and oval size of each litter vary depending on the place of origin. And there is also a certain difference in appearance.
English name: Northern Diamondback Terrapin
Latin name :Malaclemys terrapin terrapin
Livelihood situation:Salt-alkali marshes near the river mouth, wetlands with tidal fluctuations, along the coast The lagoon on the opposite side of the beach.
Recipe:They feed on conches, clams, and worms.
Growth customs: In the south, nesting and egg-laying occur from April to June, while in Shuofang it is later. Lays 4-18 eggs, which are white with a hint of pink, have thin, leathery shells, are 1 1/4" (32 mm) long, and have a blunt end. The nest is 4-8" (10-20 cm) deep and dug. Digging in the sand beside swamps and dunes. The incubation period is 9 to 15 weeks. Females reach sexual maturity in about seven years, males later.
Difficulty of feeding:universal.
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