Can this handle two red ear slider turtles around 5 inches in length?
1823097
This filter did not do a very good job of filtering for my 2 red eared sliders in a 75 gallon tank or for my diamondback terrapin in a 40 gallon tank. I would not recommend this filter for any sized tank.
1823098
I have two map turtles approx 6 inches in a 75 gallon tank. I really love this filter because it's so easy to maintain. I don't use the spray bar. I have TWO of the ovation filters submerged plus a large hang-on style filter to keep the top water moving. Turtles are soooooooooo cool, but also sooooooooooo dirty. I don't think it's possible to over-do the filtering. (I also have added plecos at present and have also had regular algae eaters in my tank to help it stay clean. At some point these can become turtle food - but they do an excellent job of "vacuuming".)
1823099
So far it has been fine for my red eared slider but I only have one and he is about five inches long and in a 40 gal tank. I don't know if it could keep up with two of them. Hope this is helpful. :)
1823100
The pump is good. I have 1 slider at about 6 inch long shell. I just use just the right-angled tube / pipe to circulate the water and it definitely moves the water. I have had this turtle for over 20 years (it might be closer to 25). Best pump yet. I always skimped on the filter investment, but I am happy with this one. The filter will need to be cleaned every couple months or so or when the circulation really slow down. But a high amount of debris might be normal for turtles. Again, I am pleased with the pump.
1823101
Its really a question of how big a tank you have this filter is more than adequate for a 20 gallon tank in fact it may be too powerful
1022675
Yes...I have two small turtles and has about 8-10 gals if water....great tank
773261
I honestly do not know... I only use this for my birds... I owned Snakes and I did not use this at all for my snakes it was more high tech then this simple setup... I wish I could answer your question about turtles but I honestly do not know A thing about them...
314275
No because a 15 gal canister will require once a week cleaning for active turtles. I suggest a larger gal canister in order to decreases the frequency of cleaning.
1477132
Depending on the size of your tank, that shouldn't be a problem. When I first got this one, I kept my original filter in with this one and it was probably the cleanest I've ever seen my tank. My tank is a smaller tank (10G) and they still had plenty of room to swim... I have two 3.5 inch turtles.
1773677
I used this habitat to hold our hamster while we were cleaning the larger habitat and traveling. For a small pet fancy mouse that is approximately 15-17.5 cm (6-7 in) long from nose to the tip of the tail it would probably work well in the same capacity. For a show mouse that measures 30 cm (12 in) nose to tail, it will be to small for a long periods of time. This habitat will link to other Critter Trail habitats using connecting tube accessories.
1531528
I use this on a pond, forcing more flow through it with a submersable pump on the intake end. Turtles are quite messy. Depending on the size of the turtle, even one of these will need regular cleanings. I use mine for an Alligator. It works great.
173891
This tank is mainly for arboreal animals. I'm not sure why you would need the extra ~2.5' of vertical space for a slider. I have no idea about the amount of water it can retain. Go for a shorter tank. It's a little cheaper and doesn't take up as much room. http://www.exo-terra.com/en/products/turtle_terrarium_large.php
742572
I have this platform on our 60 gallon tank with two turtles, a little bigger than yours. The ramp goes down into the water in the center, which makes them unable to escape by going off the ramp sideways and out over the top. The top has a metal secure wire door, and even if your turtle was strong, you could zip tie or wire tie it closed, although mine have never been able to stand on hind legs to investigate this! :) I will try to post some pictures of it at different angles for you
2032371
I doubt it, but I don't know what type of turtles you have. I'm certain my Red Eared Sliders would eat them as my RES try to eat everything in the tank (even the sand). Although, I've been able to keep alive with my RES some tinfoil barbs, and a pleco, but they were with the turtles as babies and are all large now. These crayfish are bite size to a turtle, and an expensive meal. I even have a food that includes dried shrimp in it that are about size of mini crayfish.
703430
No, it is too large and needs to be fully immersed in water..go to google and key in heater for turtle tank...u should get an answer.
772215
I have 2 red foot tortoises and mine don't dig at all. If you have box turtles, I would definitely recommend putting some sort of fencing on the bottom. Hope that answers your question. -Mike
1271726
is the shell 11 inches, or from head to tail? I have a red eared slider who's about 11 inches from head to tail, give or take with about a 6 inch long shell. If you mean 11 inches head to tail then yes, this will work. I've been buying this size for my turtle for years and it works great, until the suctions start to get old--then the ramp starts to sort of "slide" and become lopsided under her weight.
1869128
This would be good for any tortoise until it gets too big. I've got my juvenile red footed tortoise in it, about 5" now but I plan on keeping him in there even when he gets up to 12". During the summer I keep my tortoise outside, so this is just for October thru April.
1022676
Yes, I have this aquarium for my red ear slider. It has about 6 inches of water in it when I fill it up. The water level will depend on your filter type.
706336
I used it for my single green anole. A larger terrarium would be better for more.
1600688
I bought it for my Grand sons..If you read all the Info it tells the size turtles it fits and even recommends the pack that goes with it..I bought the pack too...They loved it ...however it did not last very long ....Bought in Nov...Already Broken..and over..but fun while it lasted..