What are the key technical points for overwintering management of the Chinese softshell turtle?
How does the Chinese softshell turtle overwinter?
1. Strengthen nutrition before overwintering: feed a diet with somewhat higher protein and fat content.
2. Raise the water level in the rearing pond. Adult turtles: keep the water level at about 1.5 m. Juvenile turtles: keep the water level at about 1 m.
3. For juvenile turtles to overwinter, cover the pond with a layer of film.
4. If ice cover forms, take ice-breaking measures promptly.
5. Check frequently: if freezing deaths or frostbite are found, handle them promptly.
2. Raise the water level in the rearing pond. Adult turtles: keep the water level at about 1.5 m. Juvenile turtles: keep the water level at about 1 m.
3. For juvenile turtles to overwinter, cover the pond with a layer of film.
4. If ice cover forms, take ice-breaking measures promptly.
5. Check frequently: if freezing deaths or frostbite are found, handle them promptly.