Chinese Golden Thread Turtles(Ocadia sinensis)

Adults are more normally seen at 8 - 9 inches (20 - 22 cm).This species is found in sub-tropical to tropical climates and does not hibernate.

DIET
2 to 3 times a week for adult turtles and every day or every other day for the rapidly growing hatchlings. Chinese Striped-neck turtles will consume vegetables, greens such as mustard greens, turnip greens, dandelion, spinach, carrots, zucchini and any aquatic vegetation, i.e. duckweed, water lettuce, water hyacinth, etc. In addition to this they enjoy fruit as a part of the diet, pieces of apple, grapes, melon as well as bananas are accepted. They will also consume occasional insects and worms. Hatchlings appear to be somewhat more carnivorous than adults. Many of the commercially prepared turtle diets that exist on the market today are excellent supplemental Chinese Striped-neck turtle food.

Additional calcium supplementation is essential. Powdered calcium can be sprinkled all foods. It is suggested that one use calcium supplemented with vitamin D3 if the animal is being maintained indoors and calcium without D3 if it is outdoors. Provision of a cuttlefish bone, which can be gnawed if desired, is also recommended.

WATER QUALITY
is important. Frequent water changes is advisable to prevent problems.
things needed- invest to a canister filter, heather, anti-chlorine med and some salt for aquariums.

SPACE
The Bigger the tank the better for it=)
info taken from(http://www.asianturtle.org/htm/species_Ocadia_sinensis.html) read up for more info or google other pages..