FAQs
You will want to choose your turtle tank based on how much space you have available and what type of animals you plan to keep inside the tank.
Turtles can live in all sorts of habitats, including freshwater ponds, lakes, rivers, streams, and oceans. They can also survive in fresh water marshes, swamps, and mangrove forests.
Fish species vary depending on where they originate. Tropical fish like catfish, goldfish, guppies, and koi thrive in warmer climates. Other tropical fish include damselfish, angelfish, and wrasse.
Plants can grow in almost every habitat. Common aquarium plants include ferns, mosses, cacti, and succulents.
Cleaning a turtle tank involves removing debris and waste products. To clean the tank itself, use a sponge dipped in warm water and dish soap. Rinse the tank thoroughly after cleaning.
Feeding your turtle tank includes providing food for its inhabitants. Turtles eat various foods, including insects, worms, snails, shrimp, crickets, and earthworms.
Avoid feeding your turtle tank anything that could harm the environment. Avoid feeding your turtle tank dead animals, rotting fruit, or meat.
You can purchase a 75 gallon turtle tank at most pet stores. If you don't know where to look, ask your local pet store owner.
Look for a tank that is made out of glass or acrylic. Glass tanks are more durable than plastic ones.
Check the label on the bottle to ensure that the water contains no chemicals or medications.