Turtles cannot be raised in pairs because turtles are very territorial animals and two turtles will fight. Even if they are members of the opposite sex, the female turtle will bully the male turtle. And after the tortoises fight, they will continue to fight unless they are separated artificially. Breeders only keep two tortoises of the opposite sex together during the breeding season.

The reason why turtles cannot be kept in pairs

Turtles cannot be kept in pairs because turtles are extremely territorial animals and two turtles are prone to fights. And after the tortoises fight, they will remain entangled unless they are separated artificially.

Even two tortoises of the opposite sex will not work. There will be a phenomenon of female tortoises bullying male tortoises. When breeders raise turtles, they should only raise one turtle alone to avoid losses caused by fights between two turtles.

Male and female turtles can only be kept together during the breeding period. But you should also closely observe whether the female turtle bullies the male turtle. If it is not appropriate, you need to separate and re-pair in time.