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Turtle Setup Requirements
Use the links below to learn more about turtle enclosure setups that are essential to a turtle’s long life and happiness. These recommendations are primarily for red-eared sliders, yellow-belly sliders, painted, cooters, mud and musk turtles. Please verify your turtle’s living requirements (e.g. water temperature, basking temperature, legality, and other living requirements) from a professional source including books or breed experts. This information is meant to be a general guide.
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Turtle Tanks
Learn about what tank or aquarium is best for you turtle including tank size, water quality, heating, and more!
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Turtle Basking Area
Turtles need to bask! It is essential for body temperature regulation and a healthy metabolism.
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Turtle Lighting
Successful basking starts with you and what lighting you use. Find out what lighting is required for your turtle!
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Turtle Filters
Arguably the most important time-saving component of your turtle's setup. Find out why filters are so important for turtle tanks and which filters are the best.
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Turtle Tank Decorations
Make your tank look great! Learn about types of substrate, static decorations and other additions that can make your setup look awesome!
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Turtle Food
Learn about turtle food and what products are available to ensure your turtle is getting the appropriate nutrients.