How to Raise Wild Softshell Turtles? Breeding Methods and Key Technical Points
Some softshell turtles are farmed and some are wild. Many people may catch wild softshell turtles by rivers in the wild, so how do you raise wild softshell turtles?
1. Basic Introduction to Softshell Turtles
The softshell turtle is a secondary aquatic reptile of the family Trionychidae and genus Pelodiscus, commonly known as the Chinese softshell turtle. It is an edible animal. The Chinese softshell turtle is rich in fats needed by the human body, multiple amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Its meat is tender and delicious, and it is deeply favored by consumers.
In addition, the Chinese softshell turtle is also a traditional top-grade Chinese herbal medicine in our country, with extremely high medicinal value. It is an excellent product for nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys, and has the functions of nourishing yin and strengthening yang, softening hard masses and dissipating nodules, resolving blood stasis, and prolonging life. Every part of the Chinese softshell turtle is a treasure; its meat, shell, blood, head, gall, eggs and fat can all be used as medicine.
2. How to Raise Wild Softshell Turtles?
1. Feeding
You can feed small fish, small shrimp, small pieces of meat, etc. After the softshell turtle finishes eating, the leftover food residue should be removed promptly to avoid polluting the water quality.
When feeding, feeding twice a day is enough. Feeding more will not be finished and will also affect water quality.
2. Changing Water
When raising wild softshell turtles, it is best to use river water. If river water is unavailable, tap water left to stand for two to three days can be used. Water changes should not be too frequent, and it is best to keep half of the old water.
3. Other Matters
The softshell turtle is an amphibious animal. When raising softshell turtles, a certain area of land also needs to be left in the water for it to move around.
The Chinese softshell turtle is sensitive to sounds in its surroundings. As long as there is the slightest movement around it, the Chinese softshell turtle can quickly dive into the mud at the bottom of the water. Therefore, the environment must be kept quiet. If the Chinese softshell turtle is often frightened, it is very unfavorable for its growth and reproduction.