Turtles

Turtles

 Wild turtles: They are long-lived creatures where turtles are more than 300 years old and older. She is a creeping invertebrate animal whose body is protected from the outside by a strong skeleton in the form of a shell. Cold blood goes into hibernation in winter. The age of turtles can be seen by counting the rings on their shell just like in trees, and turtles from perennials that live about 300 years or more, breed

With eggs, her brain is small compared to the size of her body and shell, but studies have shown that the turtles have the ability to play, and the ability to memorize the tracks of the maze game with a memory of up to seven months, as well as the ability to distinguish colors and movement of her head is quick compared to the nature of movement of her body. Turtles can be reared at home because they are gentle, harmless and quiet creatures that make noisy sounds and are inexpensive.

Wild turtles, which live on land, are spread in mountainous areas and forest areas, where they feed mainly on vegetables, herbs and fruits, have four short feet, and is characterized by slow movement.

Turtle House There is no specific specification for the wild turtle house, or where you live, but certain features of an environment suitable for its living can be described: a place that receives direct sunlight. A place with trees and vegetation to move around

And hiding. Some turtles burrow into the ground to cover their head (not too deep) and sleep, making this place a night sanctuary for them, or hiding under the leaves of trees and grass. The turtles go into hibernation in the winter, staying hidden from view and light, and do not like to be disturbed by anyone at that time. If the garden is surrounded by a fence, it is best to extend the fence to the ground to a depth of half a meter so as not to dig under it and exit from the opposite side. Wild turtles feed on all kinds of vegetables, leaves,

Herbs, watermelons, strawberries, apples, pears, thieves and many more, but be aware that feeding them a large amount of fruits is detrimental to their health; Water it, and change it every day so that the algae does not top it, or it smells. Hygiene Remove turtle dirt and old food so it does not become a nuisance or a source of insects.