New Tank Set Up

Ladic

Fish Fanatic
Joined
May 22, 2007
Messages
68
Reaction score
0
today I finally moved my RES to a fish tank, they no longer live in the jumbo plastic swamp.

Where can I get a cheap stand for the fish tank?

what other stuff can I add to the tank? I was thinking fake plants, but which are the best?

tank01km7.jpg


tank02mf1.jpg


tank03st3.jpg


tank04jv4.jpg
 
You could use sand as a substrate.. my brothers turtles love to dig in it. Maybe yours would too.
Or you could use med sized gravel, don't use small sized cause they could inhale them and choke.
You could go to a hard ware store and buy play sand for cheap, but you have to rinse it very well so it doesn't make your water all muggy. Or you could go to the pet stores and buy there types of sand that don't mug up your water.
You should provide live vegetation for them in the tank... make sure to read up on what types of plants they can eat so you don't kill them!
 
If you are even the least bit handy with tools, some 4x4"s a skill saw and some lag bolts and you will be good to go. Barring that, I would watch the the local paper for a good deal on something. I know many people advise against them, but a decent dresser can suffice especially when you are not filling the tank all the way.

As for plastic plants, I have always been told to avoid them as turtles are slightly dumber than rocks and tend to try and eat them. While they are smaller, Non edible decorations might make the tank more enjoyable for you and them. Be careful of anything where the only exit is down though.

Lastly, I would try and keep at least a screen cover on the tank... you would be amazed how fast the can grow then given proper space and food. And you WILL be amazed at what a turtle can climb.

I would also like to offer you some serious kudos. Many people have taken on turtles with no idea what they have gotten in to, You however have asked questions, learned, and upgraded where needed.

And personally, and for your turtles, I would like to thank you for that.

The kitten, and some turtles that were not much bigger than yours not that long ago..

P1010180.jpg
 
thanks for the advice.

How long did yours take to grow to that size?

I don't want mine growing too fast lol, I have to save for a new tank.

also what kind of gravel is recommended? and how do u clean gravel?
 

Most reactions

Back
Top