Water turtles are fascinating as they are witnesses from times long past. Their ancestors began to conquer the Earth around 250 million years ago. Due to their extraordinary appearance, they have a large fan base. Turtle expert Dr. Hartmut Wilke explains everything important about keeping water turtles in the GU Animal Guide, covering topics from selection and acclimatization to care, nutrition, health, and proper hibernation. Detailed portraits introduce the most popular species of water turtles. Additionally, there are many practical tips and ideas for creating a species-appropriate aquarium or aquaterrarium, as well as outdoor or balcony setups. The behavior interpreter also explains typical behaviors of water turtles. And with SOS - what to do? help is provided in case of emergencies.