if i just shorten the tube so the filter head is submerged will it work?
cheers
2007-05-28 07:48:51 · 4 answers · asked by jay b 1 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
It won't hurt, but it won't help either. At least not by itself. You need a motor powered filter for all the poop they put into the water.
So, use the air pump for a decorative feature, and buy a good filter.
2007-05-28 08:03:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i've never used an undergravel filter mainly because they seem to need a large motor to keep it running. however, my terrapin likes to make big meses, so i have an actual turtle filter. i think it's called a "fluval 3" or something similar. it's pretty big and bulky, but it seriously cleans. i also like to clean out the filter once every other day just to keep the water clean. my terrapin's quite large now, so the water tends to get dirty a little faster than when he was young, but it's pretty easy to clean. i would highly recommend a fluval. you can find it cheapest at pet club. i hope that helps. =]
2007-05-28 08:00:23 · answer #2 · answered by confused 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not a good idea. External filters that move a lot of water is what is needed.
Try this link: http://www.austinsturtlepage.com/Care/waterquality.htm
2007-05-28 17:32:19 · answer #3 · answered by Madkins007 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
can u answer my quesion instead?
2007-05-28 08:10:20 · answer #4 · answered by Ariana 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋