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False map turtle
Frogs, newts and turtles · Moderate

Breeding the false map turtle

Females dig a flask-shaped nest on land, often in open sandy areas, and lay 2-3 clutches from late May into early July.

Full species page

Step by step

Pairing

Buy a pair of adults.

Breeding tank

A large tank with a basking spot and nesting area.

What starts it

A cool winter and warm spring.

Eggs and young

8-22 eggs per clutch (average 14), 2-3 clutches a year; hatch after about 2 months.

Raising the fry

Hatchlings eat insects and pellets.

Common mistakes
  • Poor water
  • No basking
  • Wrong temp

Male or female

Females are about twice the length of males; males have long front claws, more pronounced shell knobs and the vent behind the shell edge.

Can I breed it in my tank?

  • Takes some experience.

Day-by-day plan

Typical for frogs, newts and turtles

  1. Day 0Eggs

    Needs a special setup. Read the species guide first.

A general guide for this breeding type. Days change with temperature and species.

Simulator: guided

Stage 1 of 1Eggs

Needs a special setup. Read the species guide first.

Simulator: try it yourself

Set up a virtual breeding tank and see what would likely happen.

No spawning
  • Without live or frozen food the parents aren't in breeding condition.

An educational estimate from the breeding rules, not a promise.