Whether a tortoise should be raised in water or dry in winter depends on the species and environment of the tortoise. In general, tortoises need to be dried up, and terrapids need to overwinter in the water.
For tortoises, they need a dry environment to maintain their health, so in winter, it is best to keep tortoises in a dry environment, such as using reptile insulation lamps or other heating equipment indoors, and keeping the temperature between 26-30 degrees Celsius, which will allow them to survive the cold season.
For terrapids, they need to overwinter in the water because the water helps them maintain their body temperature and provides a moist environment. However, it should be noted that when the water turtle winters in the water, the depth of the water should not exceed the height of the turtle shell, otherwise it may cause the turtle to drown. At the same time, the water quality of the water turtle should also be kept clean during the winter, and the water should be changed regularly to avoid infection with germs.
In addition, no matter what kind of turtle it is, it needs adequate nutrition and proper exercise during the winter months. Turtles can be provided with adequate feed, such as turtle food, vegetables, etc., to ensure that they have enough energy to survive the cold season. At the same time, you can also provide some crawling toys or tree branches and other items for turtles to exercise properly and maintain their health.
In conclusion, the maintenance of tortoises during the winter months needs to be decided according to their species and environment. Whether aquaponic or dry, proper temperature, humidity, food, and exercise are required to ensure that the tortoise can survive the cold season in good health.