What size tank do I need for a turtle Australia?
What size tank do I need for a turtle Australia?
The minimum sized tank for one adult long-necked turtle is 120x60x60cm, or a 180x60x60 tank for an adult short-neck turtle. These tank sizes are then suitable for the lifetime of the turtle. A turtle tank should have a dry dock (land) area as well as a mesh or wire lid (glass lids are not suitable).
How much do turtle tanks cost?
Expect to pay $100 to $200 for a terrarium or an aquarium (used ones may be more inexpensive) and factor in additional costs for lighting, thermometers, a basking platform, a ramp into and out of the water (if you have an aquatic turtle), and a turtle tank filter system, which can cost up to $350, according to Nowick.
What is the best turtle for a pet Australia?
In Australia, the most common pet turtles are eastern snake necked or long necked turtles. These are common and also the easiest to care for. Other favourites are the Murray turtle and the sawtell turtle.
Where can I buy a turtle in Australia?
Amazing Amazon has the largest range of turtles available for sale than any other store in Australia. In Victoria no license is required for Murray River, Macleay and Longneck turtles.
How big of a tank can a baby turtle live in?
A baby (hatchling) turtle can live in a large tank but an adult turtle cannot live in a small tank. It is recommended that an adult turtle live in a tank no smaller then 120cm long, 60cm deep and this size turtle tank can only facilitate 1 adult turtle. A smaller 60cm turtle tank can hold a turtle from hatchling size for around 12-15 months.
How much does a turtle fish tank cost?
Tank retails at $1200 Would prefer to sell with turtle but can sell seperatley if need be. Fish tank 910mm long 360mm wide 460mm high. Needs a little clean.
What can you do with a turtle tank?
Tank has been used to house a turtle and comes with gravel two fake fern plants and a big piece of aquarium wood. Very Friendly Turtle!! Regretful sale but having to sell our beautiful turtle Nima : ( she is extremely friendly!