Exhibit
Diamondback Terrapin · Planet Zoo 2
Diamondback Terrapin in Planet Zoo 2: habitat type, biomes, barrier grade, space, temperature, group limits and breeding values — the numbers you need before you place the first rock.
At a glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Testudines |
| Family | Emydidae |
| Conservation status | Vulnerable |
| Native range | North America |
| Biomes | Estuarine, Mangrove, Wetlands |
| Habitat type | Exhibit |
| Content pack | Base game |
| Adult size | 0.13 m / 0.17 m (length) |
| Adult weight | 0.32 / 0.72 kg |
Care requirements
| Requirement | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Habitat temperature | 21°C to 32°C |
| Group size (mixed) | 1–8 |
| Climb-proof barrier | No |
| Water barrier allowed | No |
| Periodic food cost | $225.00 |
What this means for the build
- Keep the habitat between 21°C to 32°C; heaters and coolers are a running cost, not a one-off.
- Group size runs 1–8 mixed; overstocking shows up first as social welfare warnings.
Lifecycle and breeding
| Requirement | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Age of sexual maturity | 7 years |
| Gestation / incubation | 4 months |
| Interbirth period | 7 months |
| Litter size | 2-4 |
| Reproduction difficulty | Easy |
| Age of sterility | Death |
Next decision
- Open the welfare debugger prefilled with Diamondback Terrapin
- Sequence research, welfare and breeding for this species
- Check release readiness for this species
Source and version
Zoopedia record captured 2026-10-17 — official Zoopedia entry. Values change with patches; check the version before acting.
FAQ
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
What habitat does the Diamondback Terrapin need?
Exhibit — biomes: Estuarine, Mangrove, Wetlands. Barrier grade —, minimum height —.
What temperature does the Diamondback Terrapin habitat need?
21°C to 32°C
How many Diamondback Terrapin can live together?
1–8 mixed, cap per sex —/—.
How long is the Diamondback Terrapin gestation?
4 months, with an interbirth period of 7 months.