Turtle Tanks

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I am a fan of turtle, and I want to share some basic tips for the care of turtles and how to build the perfect turtle tank!

Turtle Tank

First we need to talk, what size tank to buy or build, if you make a custom tank. I would suggest nothing less than 20 liters and would be for the tank to about 75-100 liters, because the turtles need much space to move their ideal. Not only that, but, unlike turtles continue to grow goldfish, no matterWhat size tank are in.

When it comes to turtle tank can not just throw a few stones and fill with water, make sure that your turtle to the right substrate, temperature and amount of land.

Substrates

Most people think you just on the old gravel in their tank of turtles, but this is not true. If you have any small gravel can eat your turtle, which can cause health problems. I suggest using sand or medium-sizedrock.

Temperature

A turtle needs the right temperature, so that his body can function properly, the turtles are cold-blooded, so they can get their body heat. It 'so important to have good heat lamp for your turtle in. It 'also important to have a water heater so the water is too cold for your turtle basking in the night have.

Mainland

You must also ensure that there is a good place for your turtle from whichwater and allow to dry. I suggest you do one room, two or three times the size of your body turtle. I would also say, make sure there is more water than land, so that your turtle a lot of space for swimming.

Diet

A turtle has a diet very complicated and have a good selection of fruit, vegetables and proteins. There are some really good turtle pellets, but I would suggest fresh food. I'd say, give your turtle fresh carrots, romaine lettuce,Strawberries, watermelon, fish, and some night crawlers.

The turtles are large animals and, if healthy, maintain some degree to survive their owners. Turtles are a lot of work but great fun!