Two turtles?

Question

I recently got two baby turtles and right now i have them in a ten gallon tank and I was wondering how long they would be able to stay in there comfortably? I am planning to get a new tank soon, what size should it be? thanks for the help

Answer 1

Tank size should be about 10 gallons per inch of turtle- turtles love and need space. Even baby turtles need lots of space!

Figure they will each hit 4" fairly soon so aim for something that gives you 80 gallons of water. Most of us use plastic tubs (Rubbermaid, etc.) because of the size needed.

Check out http://www.austinsturtlepage.com for more ideas!

Answer 2

It depends on how big they are... I have 4 turtles in a 55 gallon tank, each turtle is approximately 3-4 inches in diameter. They are quite happy in there. I keep about 4-6 inches of water in the tank and several places to get out of the water to sun. Also, make sure to get a filter for the water, they make ones just for turtle tanks. Good Luck!

Answer 3

Traits & behavior

Omnivores
They eat insects, worms and small fish, as well as certain plants and vegetables.

Diurnal
This means that they are active during the day and sleep at night.

Hardy
With proper care, your turtle could live to be more than 30 years old.

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Things to remember

Supervision
Always supervise children when they're observing your turtle.

Handling
It's best to only handle your turtle when necessary, such as when cleaning the habitat.

Environment
Water turtles need an environment that has both areas for swimming, and dry land areas.

Food safety

Insects - Remove uneaten insects from the habitat at the end of the day; do not allow to remain in habitat overnight
Vegetables - Fresh foods require their own dish and should be removed from the habitat after four hours to prevent spoilage
Safety & cleanliness
Please remember that all pets may bite or scratch, and may transmit disease to humans. Keep your pet's home clean and wash your hands before and after handling your pet or cleaning his home. Infants, young children, pregnant women, people with compromised immune systems, and the infirm or elderly are at greater risk of infections and should use caution when in contact with the pet or its habitat. Consult your doctor for more information.

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Nutrition

Crickets, worms & fish
Aquatic turtles eat mostly live insects, like "gut loaded" (feed the insects a special supplement so they have extra nutrients) crickets, mealworms, waxworms or comet goldfish.

Vegetables
Offer 1-2 teaspoons of dark leafy greens like kale, collard greens or mustard greens 3-4 times a week.

Prepared food
They will also eat canned, pellet turtle food and frozen/freeze-dried fish food.

Feeding frequency & amount
Feed juveniles daily; adults 4-5 times a week. Offer an amount that can be consumed within five minutes, once or twice daily.

Calcium dust
"Dust" the insects with a calcium supplement twice a week -- ask an associate for details.

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Health

Signs of a healthy water turtle:

Clear, alert eyes
Solid, normal-appearing shell
Eats normally
Breathes easily
Things to watch for:

Red streaks in droppings for more than two days
Decreased activity
Soft or cracking shell
Eating or drinking less; weight loss
Swollen joints
Swollen eyes; discharge from the eyes, nose or mouth
If you notice any of the signs above, please consult an experienced Reptile Veterinarian as soon as possible.

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Habitat

Housing
Your water turtle needs a home with land and water areas. You can create this environment by:

Furnishing the terrarium with a water dish large enough for full-body soaking
Creating a divided terrarium with a water side and a land side. Be sure to create a gradual slope that allows your pet to get in and out of the water easily. Use a small filter to help keep the water clean, and a submersible heater (if needed), to keep the water at the right temperature.
Filter
An underwater filter is a good idea to help keep the swimming water clean.

Temperatures

Day - Maintain a daytime temperature between 75-85º F
Basking - Provide a basking spot lamp to create a localized basking area of 90-95º F
Night - Maintain a nighttime temperature between 70-75º F
Water - Place a thermometer near the basking area, and a aquarium thermometer in the water
Plants
Live aquatic plants like anacharis add a natural look. Plants can also be added in the land area.



LightingUse a daytime UVA/UVB fluorescent bulb for approximately 12 hours of light per day to help maintain shell structure.

Substrate
Use coarse aquarium gravel to create a sloped land area; clean it weekly with an aquarium gravel vacuum to avoid bacterial growth.

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PETsMART cares

All reptiles purchased at PETsMART receive the VET ASSURED(SM) promise of health and wellness plus a 14-day satisfaction guarantee. VET ASSURED is our exclusive, veterinariandesigned care program that helps to ensure your new pet is healthy. However, if your reptile becomes ill or dies during this initial 14-day period, or if you're not satisfied with your pet for any reason, PETsMART will replace it or refund the purchase price. Keep your sales receipt and return the pet to the store where it was purchased if needed. These programs are examples of the many ways we ensure that you enjoy your experience with your new reptile.

Remember to give to your turtles calcium, vitamin a, and uva !
Do not forget it !
Cheers !

Answer 4

They have a tank they call a breeder tank which works great for turtles. Go to a good pet store and they can help you.

Answer 5

That depends on what their adult sizes will be. Turtles should have 10 gallons per inch.

Answer 6

Brilliant

Answer 7

i if you read my name am a total lover of turtles have 256 fake ones and just like you 2 real ones i would recommend you buy a cage that is at least on foot wide and two and a half feet long. Good Luck with your turtles.

Answer 8

baby turtles up to mid sized when they get big they start fighting

Answer 9

50 gallon tank should be better.

Answer 10

i think i would get a pretty big tank just in case there teritorial...