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Common turtle species

There are too many species of turtles in the world to list them all. Here are 18 common species of turtles, each with its own characteristics.

1. The tortoise, also known as the Chinese tortoise, is an authentic Chinese native turtle. Easy to care for, solid skin, and cheap. One of the most common turtles in the flower and bird market. The male tortoise among the tortoises will grow black for several years and when it reaches sexual maturity, it will turn black all over, which is what we often call the black tortoise.

2. The Brazilian turtle is also a common turtle in the flower and bird market. It is cheap and easy to keep and live well. However, this turtle is an invasive alien turtle and should not be released randomly, otherwise it will cause damage to local ponds.

3. The Yellow Marginal Turtle is an omnivorous turtle that loves to eat meat, fruits, and vegetables. It is also very interactive with people. It is a turtle that turtle lovers cannot refuse.

4. The red-faced egg turtle is a turtle that looks like an egg. The long oval carapace, the head and limbs can be completely retracted into the carapace, and the face is pink, hence the name red-faced egg turtle. It likes deep water and is quite ferocious, but its small size is very cute.

5. The flame turtle is a turtle that likes to eat vegetarian food. When young, it looks similar to a Brazilian tortoise. When it grows up, its color will turn red. They are very adaptable, super eatable, and grow fast.

6. Musk turtles are egg turtles. Among egg turtles, they are relatively cheap and small in size. They only need a small fish tank to accommodate them. They are very cute.

7. There are too many varieties of map turtles, about a dozen. Raising map turtles in winter requires heating rods. I like deep water and am relatively timid. It takes a lot of patience to take care of it.

8. The yellow-throated water turtle has bright colors and cute appearance. It is a native turtle in China. During the growth process, the color changes greatly, which always surprises people.

9. The money turtle is also called the three-line closed-shell turtle. It is a national second-level protected animal. Therefore, if you want to breed, you need relevant documents. The water doesn't need to be too deep, just enough to cover your back. It's golden on the outside and red on the bottom. A very docile turtle that likes clean water.

10. Razorback turtles are aggressive. It is relatively timid, has a pointed back shell, and has a very unique appearance. It is also a type of egg turtle.

11. The snapping turtle is a very ferocious turtle, and men generally like to keep such ferocious turtles. It grows relatively quickly and has an amazing bite force.

12. Painted turtles are small turtles with bright colors and beautiful appearance. They are divided into Eastern Painted Turtle, Western Painted Turtle, Southern Painted Turtle and Central Painted Turtle, each with its own unique appearance.

13. The pig-nosed turtle is a deep-water turtle. It looks a bit like a turtle, but it is much prettier than a turtle. In recent years, it has also been listed as a protected animal, and you need to apply for relevant documents before you can keep it.

14. The flower turtle is also an authentic Chinese native turtle. They have similar habits to tortoises. They are easy to keep and have strong skin. They generally grow faster than tortoises. It is not easy to get sick. Grass tortoises are prone to armor rot, but painted tortoises are much better.

15. The donut turtle was super cute when it was a child. It has a round back shell and bright colors. It is a turtle that is easier to raise. Donut turtles are large freshwater turtles that can grow very large. Large turtles are not as cute as when they were young.

16. The Narrow Bridge Egg Turtle is called the King of Egg Turtles. It is very cute, but also very ferocious. Like to eat meat. The price is more expensive.

17. Sulcata is a tortoise that is very interactive and looks good. There used to be a lot of people raising them. In recent years, it has also been classified as a protected animal and requires a license to keep it.

18. The yellow-headed side-necked turtle is a tropical turtle that likes to live in deep water. Therefore, in large tropical fish tanks, there is often a yellow-headed turtle. There are several yellow patterns scattered on the head, which is very cute and cute. You need a certificate to raise one.