Today, I saw a post from a turtle friend, saying that the old turtle in the family has been raised since the Cultural Revolution, and it has been more than 50 years, and it is also the age when the turtle can die. It can be said that there are not many people who have this kind of old turtle, especially us enthusiasts.
Because many enthusiasts have only started raising turtles in recent years, because a large number of turtle friends have been raising turtles for a few years, and they will also quit the pit for various reasons. There are also some turtle friends who just like it, and may keep changing turtle species to breed in order to experience the fun of different turtle species. Only a small number of senior turtle friends have indeed raised turtles for many years, and there may be some old turtles, but there are really few for such a long time.
Some turtle friends said that turtle merchants must have old turtles in their hands. In fact, how many turtle merchants have entered the industry so early, and the probability of the turtle in the hands of the turtle merchant changing hands is very high, the old turtle is worthless, what I think of is to dump, how many old turtles will there be. So there are really few old turtles.
Some turtle friends also said that often this kind of old turtle was not valued by the family at the beginning and was raised at will. I didn't know what kind of turtle it was until the end. Sometimes that's it, unintentionally planted in the willows. The more rigorous you manage the turtle, the faster you may die. But when a turtle that has been raised to such an old age will there be any signs of death?
In the case of the southern stone turtle, it usually shows some characteristics when it is close to old age and death. Here are some possible signs: Slow movement: The old southern stone turtle may become sluggish in its movements, which is due to a decline in bodily functions. Decreased appetite: Old Southern stone turtles may have a gradual decrease in appetite as their digestive system may no longer be as efficient as it was when they were younger. Relaxation: The old Southern Stone Turtle may become flabby and lose its elasticity. Cloudy eyes: The eyes of the old southern stone turtle may become cloudy and tarnished. Difficulty breathing: Due to the decline of the lungs and respiratory system, the old southern stone turtle may have difficulty breathing. Abnormal excretion: The excretion of the old stone turtle may become abnormal, such as diarrhea, constipation, etc. It is important to note that these characteristics do not necessarily mean that the southern stone turtle is about to die of old age, but may also be a sign of other health problems. Unless you know its real age. 
In fact, it is also good to have a turtle that follows you all the time. It may not be outstanding, but it can provide you with an emotional value, a positive energy. That's a testimony to your success in raising turtles, and it's also a kind of proof that you've been with you. If you like to change turtle species, keep a "friend" who has always been with you, that is the real town house. Do you agree with it?