aquariumbeginner32 Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 When they say you need 60 gallons for one male red eared turtle are they talking about the amount of water or the whole enclosure? I'm thinking one day soon I might get one. I've seen numerous tanks on Trade Me for turtles but they aren't big so are only suitable for while the turtles are little..... Anyone here got any red eared turtles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 I do. Only one though. Maybe consider adopting one from Donna? :thup: It generally means the whole tank. But you can have the water level as high as you want (depending on height of UVB tube). The more swimming space the better :thup: Feel free to ask any more questions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 Donna has a sticky in this section on turtle care. Read it thoroughly. She has a lot of turtles in need of a loving home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquariumbeginner32 Posted March 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 Thanks Caryl. I saw that. I would probably want to get a baby one but if I had enough room for two I could get one from her. There is someone locally that also takes care of sick turtles .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 Two turtles=2 times the water (well you could get away with a 100G). Also, if you end up with two males you would have to separate them, due to aggression. They can't be sexed when born (to my understanding :dunno: ) so it's something to keep in mind if you're getting two. Remember the footprint of the tank is more important than the height. You do have to have some height but not too deep. They're awesome pets and have a lot of character. :thup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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