I just bought a small turtle - not sure of the kind, but the PS owner told me it was a "slow growing" turtle (famous last words)!! and required both a water environment and dry land. I have included a picture of Myrtle here for you to see. Please let me know if you know the exact kind of turtle. I have it in a half gallon water bottle turned sideways now. The bottle is rectangular and contoured in the middle, so half of it has water and half is dry. It is bigger than what most turtles start out it and will suffice for a while, while I prepare a nice home for him.
I am preparing a rectangular, shallow glass box, about 12" by 22" by 5" tall. If what the shopkeeper says is true, it is likely to be adequate for at least a year. My question (my first question) is how much current is comfortable for these kinds of turtles? As soon as I can identify the turtle I will create a land/aquatic portion based on the needs of the turtle. As of this time I don't know the depth of water the turtle will need/prefer but it is not likely to be more than 3 gallons in this new home. Will an airstone/pump be enough to circulate the water or should I install a small powerhead with the aerator attachment?
I am preparing a rectangular, shallow glass box, about 12" by 22" by 5" tall. If what the shopkeeper says is true, it is likely to be adequate for at least a year. My question (my first question) is how much current is comfortable for these kinds of turtles? As soon as I can identify the turtle I will create a land/aquatic portion based on the needs of the turtle. As of this time I don't know the depth of water the turtle will need/prefer but it is not likely to be more than 3 gallons in this new home. Will an airstone/pump be enough to circulate the water or should I install a small powerhead with the aerator attachment?