Podocnemis species that can be kept should be housed in large enclosures with plenty of room to swim, dive and bask. If breeding, a large nesting area should be available to accomodate the female(s) to choose a suitable spot to nest, and must have plenty of depth as well. (typically as deep as the turtle is in length). Water should be kept clean and well balanced in acidity and pH. Black water extract can be added in small doses to balance pH, and each species may require slightly different levels. Also, temperature plays an important role. They do very well in water temps above 80F, but can tolerate less and more, (68 - mid 90's). More importantly than the actual water temperature, is temperature fluxuation. This can be fatal, similar to many fish species... it can disorientate the turtle, and drowning will occur if not careful. Moderate sized Podocnemis should be kept in 100g water / turtle or more for happy specimens.

 Feeding tends to be pretty straight forward, and they will accept a wide range of green vegetation, some fruits, and are easily adapted to commercial food pellets. With proper temps and feeding, Podocnemis grow quite fast. The larger species grow at a faster rate than the smaller vogli or erythrocephala. Growth should be very smooth and even if dietary needs are met.
 
 Breeding can be tricky, and may require duplication of natural seasons. These seem to be most pronounced as a dry / hot / humid season, and rainy warm season. Specifics may depend on species locale. Egg counts also vary by species, but can be anywhere from 4 to 60+ eggs.

 Overall, a very great, active species that are very interesting to watch, maintain, and ultimately breed to further solidify thier long term survival.