The turtle is an animal with a slow pace of life and slow movements, but it is an animal with a long lifespan. It has been loved by people since ancient times, because the turtle is a symbol of health and longevity. In the pet market, turtles are also very popular pets. Many people think that caring for a turtle is easy and does not require as much time as caring for a dog or cat. In fact, it is not easy to raise a turtle well. Among them, many people often make mistakes when feeding turtles. Wondering how often turtles are fed food? In fact, it’s very simple. Just judge it based on the size of the turtle. Here’s a detailed introduction:

Generally speaking, the frequency of feeding turtles depends on their age and size. For young turtles, feeding once a day is more appropriate. For adult turtles, feeding once every two days is sufficient. When feeding, you should pay attention to the following points:

1. Rich variety of food: Turtles are omnivores and can eat many different foods. However, some foods are not healthy for turtles and should be avoided. Generally speaking, turtles can eat some fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as some specialized turtle food. When feeding, a variety of foods should be provided as much as possible to ensure that the turtle receives adequate nutrition.

2. Moderate food intake: Overfeeding will cause turtles to be overweight and affect their health. Generally speaking, the feeding amount should be determined according to the weight of the turtle. For young turtles, the daily feeding amount should be controlled at about 5% of the body weight. For adult turtles, the daily feeding amount should be controlled at about 2% of body weight.

3. Keep the environment clean and hygienic: Turtles will excrete feces when eating. If not cleaned up in time, it will lead to environmental pollution and the spread of diseases. Therefore, after feeding, the turtle's feces and remaining food should be cleaned up in time.

How often and how much turtles should be fed should be determined based on their age and size. Young turtles should be fed once a day, and adult turtles should be fed twice a day. When feeding, attention should be paid to providing a variety of food, appropriate amounts of food, and keeping the environment clean and hygienic. Only in this way can the turtle be ensured to receive adequate nutrition and remain healthy. In addition, if you find that the turtle is not eating and has been in this state for a long time, you need to pay attention at this time and take the turtle to see a doctor in time.