Turtles are often misunderstood because they grow huge and have long lives. The native Australian turtles require a lot of space, so no fish tank is appropriate for these guys. In the future, you'll need upgrade to a six feet turtle tank or an outdoor pond to house them at their full size. Although pet turtles have been all over the world from the very beginning, our knowledge has evolved dramatically. They are often mistreated by the media, which often leads to unhygienic care and health problems. In the case of native Australian turtles, a huge tank is essential. You'll eventually need to upgrade to a 6 foot turtle specific tank or outside ponds to accommodate the turtles in their entirety. It's best to get a big tank for infants so they don't have to be able to get rid of it. For adults, a bigger tank is preferred, with a size of 180x60x60cm. Tanks that are smaller than 90cm length aren't suitable for turtles. The water depth must be at least 2-3 times the length of the shell, preferably. PondsAdults should be kept in a safe outdoor pond that is escape-proof. It's generally best to wait until the turtle's shell is a diameter of approximately 15cm before installing an outdoor pond. A 6-foot tank is suitable for most species, but the larger tank is more suitable. Plant CoverMost turtles are quite timid. A minimum of one third of the tank must be planted with dense vegetation to provide shelter. Driftwood can be added to the aquascape for enrichment as well as additional hiding spots. Be careful when placing furniture to ensure that the turtle does not become wedged or pinned in the water, as drowning could occur. Turtle DocksA turtle dock is necessary to provide a basking area for your turtle. The turtle must have enough space to sit on the dock. It is essential that the UVB and heat lamp are both placed above the dock. Remember that glass and plastic filter out all UVB so it is paramount to make sure there's no glass or plastic between your lamps as well as the turtle's basking zone. Can I Keep More Than One Turtle in A Tank?It is not advisable to house more than one turtle within the tank. They are individual animals that can cause injury and stress to each other. Eastern long-necks are able to be housed together providing they're about the identical size and that the size of the tank is suitable (180x60x60cm). Be aware of the behaviour of your turtles, and make sure they are both receiving the same amount of food, as often one may harass the other and steal their food. Both a UVB as well as a white basking lamps are essential for turtles. They should be set over the turtle dock that becomes the Basking Zone. The temperatures of the basking zone is supposed to be between 30-34 degrees, and it is highly recommended to regulate and monitor this temperature via a thermostat and digital thermometer.
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