I want to buy a turtle and I live in Sydney. Where, how and what do I do too buy one?

Question

I need too have the smallest one possible. This is legal right?

Answer 1

I am in the US, so as far as laws and such, I do not know. But as far as the care and size? I can help and so can this website http://turtleexchange.smfforfree.com . Ok, the turtle that will probably stay the smallest is a musk turtle. You will need a tank (about 40 gallon woudl be good), water, basking lamp, uva/uvb bulb for daytime lighting, possibly a heater, depending on how cool it gets in your home. The website/message board above can give you much more information. Good Luck! :)

Answer 2

You will need to apply for a licence to keep the turtle, but it's really no prob, as long as you haven't been charged with any animal cruelty offences. Most pet shops sell turtles and reptiles nowadays, but make sure you have plenty of money to set up the tararium and to buy the turtle. They need to have a heat source, land and water, and the food varies depending on the species. I suggest doing a bit more research on the native species of turtles to find out how much work they are going to be. They will need to get everything they would usually get in the wild from you.

Have fun and good luck :)

Answer 3

Well i'm not in Sydney...But i would thing,You would have a pet store somewhere around your town...Find 1 and they will help you out...Have fun picking you turtle buddy out...

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