Ornate Wood Turtles are a semi-terrestrial turtle, so you will be an environment the mimics a pond. About 70 percent land and the other 30 percent water. This turtle is very hardy and doesn’t require much to thrive so they are a great beginner pet. In addition, there beautiful red, brown, and yellow shell makes them a site for sore eyes. They can reach up to eight inches and live twenty to thirty years. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.