误区1:喂食过多,龟肥胖
许多人担心龟不吃饱,于是一天喂两次甚至每天都在喂。然而,这样做会导致龟肥胖、生长过快、体型不好和短寿命。正确的方法是:小龟一天喂一次,大一点的隔天喂,后期3-4天甚至1周只需一次。观察龟的大腿,当大腿略显鼓起时即为饱足,不要让它变得太胖。
误区2:以肉类为主食
有些人认为以肉类为主食,但肉类脂肪含量高,对于不运动的龟来说容易引起肥胖,并且其排泄物可能带有油腻味。如果不及时更换水质,还可能造成水污染。建议以鱼虾为主,它们营养全面,而且骨骼对它们有益,可以避免塌背或翘壳问题。
误区3:没有定期更换水质
使用过滤器看似很强大,但如果不定期更换水质,即使缸内清澈,也可能因为排泄物积累而变黑。建议每周更换三分之一的水,每两个月清洗一次过滤器。此外,不要将鱼与虾混养,因为这会增加污染风险。
误区4:暴晒对龟有益
一些人为了给龟晒太阳而忽视了温度控制,这种做法可以伤害到龟能力和健康。而UVB灯虽然昂贵但寿命短,是完全可有可无的。正确方式是放置点水,让光线穿透,使得光照均匀,同时注意观察不要超过15-30分钟,以防温度波动导致感冒或肺炎。
误区5:替代自然脱皮过程刷背
有人以为帮助拭去脱落鳞片可以让背部干净漂亮,但这种行为实际上并没有什么好处,只能伤害角质层。在自然环境中,游泳能够保持甲壳光滑。如果必须擦拭,则等到成熟后用软毛牙刷轻轻地进行,而不是像商店中的JS那样硬刷,从而造成损伤。
误区6: 抓取尾巴来移动乌贼
抓住乌贼尾巴是一种常见错误的手法,这样做容易压迫脊椎和内部组织。但正确方法是在后背按住,用中指抚底,其余手指避开腿部,以确保安全性和舒适性。
误区7: 深水缸需要裸露空间
深水缸对于减少脂肪增殖和提高活动量非常有利。但缺乏足够空间使得动物疲劳易溺死,因此应提供沉木或者其他浮标供它们休息.
Misconception 8: Decorations in the tank should be abundant
Some people overdo it with decorations to make their tank look nice, but this is not beneficial for the turtle. They need a clean and simple environment.
Misconception 9: Overuse medication on turtles
Turtles have different needs than humans when it comes to medication. Using too much can harm or even kill them. It's better to consult online resources or seek professional help before treating your pet.
Misconception 10: Mixing different species of turtles
Mixing different species of turtles can lead to injuries or death, especially if they are aggressive towards each other. It's best to keep similar-sized and peaceful species together in a large enough space with ample food.
These misconceptions highlight common mistakes that turtle owners make when caring for their pets. By understanding these errors, you can provide your turtle with a safe and healthy environment that meets its unique needs.
Remember, always do plenty of research before bringing home any new pet, especially those as delicate as turtles. With patience and proper care, your turtle will thrive under your loving attention!