Frog update and turtle tank thoughts (Sad update post #48)

[Ali]

I love planted tanks so much, maybe you could do some floaters?

Yes! I always wanted that tiny little circle plant that bobs on the top! I thought it would be cute with all the tiny roots and the little turtle noses pointing up between it!

 

[Ali]

I just looked. I think I could put some anubis in there, as long as I attach it to bark stuff well.

I'll post picture of me building this tank. I'll tell you when it turns up

(Remind me of all this, I think a turtle tank build thread would be cool!)

 

[Miss Annamarie]

Yes! I always wanted that tiny little circle plant that bobs on the top! I thought it would be cute with all the tiny roots and the little turtle noses pointing up between it!

Yes! Im ordering frogbit, red root floaters, dwarf water lettuce, and water spangles for Sokka and Prism tomorrow! I dont like duckweed though.

 

[Miss Annamarie]

I just looked. I think I could put some anubis in there, as long as I attach it to bark stuff well.

I'll post picture of me building this tank. I'll tell you when it turns up

(Remind me of all this, I think a turtle tank build thread would be cool!)

Super cool!

 

[Ali]

Yes! Im ordering frogbit, red root floaters, dwarf water lettuce, and water spangles for Sokka and Prism tomorrow! I dont like duckweed though.

That sounds awesome! Can I see pictures when they come and are setup?!

 

[Miss Annamarie]

That sounds awesome! Can I see pictures when they come and are setup?!

Yes! Prism doesnt have any plants right now because I just switched him to a bigger tank and I'm sure he misses them!

 

[Ali]

Do you guys think this is a good deal?

https://m.facebook.com/marketplace/item/885974835262107/?ref=browse_tab&search_query=4ft aquarium&tracking=%7B"qid"%3A"6876136700008857604"%2C"mf_story_key"%3A"3589986391033092"%2C"commerce_rank_obj"%3A"%7B%5C"target_id%5C"%3A3589986391033092%2C%5C"target_type%5C"%3A0%2C%5C"primary_position%5C"%3A-1%2C%5C"ranking_signature%5C"%3A0%2C%5C"commerce_channel%5C"%3A503%2C%5C"value%5C"%3A0%2C%5C"upsell_type%5C"%3Anull%7D"%7D

 

[Miss Annamarie]

Do you guys think this is a good deal?

https://m.facebook.com/marketplace/item/885974835262107/?ref=browse_tab&search_query=4ft aquarium&tracking=%7B"qid"%3A"6876136700008857604"%2C"mf_story_key"%3A"3589986391033092"%2C"commerce_rank_obj"%3A"%7B%5C"target_id%5C"%3A3589986391033092%2C%5C"target_type%5C"%3A0%2C%5C"primary_position%5C"%3A-1%2C%5C"ranking_signature%5C"%3A0%2C%5C"commerce_channel%5C"%3A503%2C%5C"value%5C"%3A0%2C%5C"upsell_type%5C"%3Anull%7D"%7D

It looks like a 55g to me, that should be good

 

[Ali]

It looks like a 55g to me, that should be good

4ft tanks here are almost 100% going to be around 55 gallons.

 

[taxidermynerd]

I just got @finchly 's tag!! Yes I have a bristlenose pleco, his name is Loomis. BN plecos stay smaller, around 5-6 inches. Very chill boys, they mostly hide and sometimes come out at night. They do a great job of eating the algae that grows on the glass, and they appreciate a good algae wafer.

I find they have a medium bioload, but nothing compared to the common pleco. They need driftwood to rasp and they also need at least a 30 gallon tank (I keep my guy in a 40 breeder).

Here's a couple pictures from a few months ago. He's a tiny bit pale in this one, I find plecos get pale when scared (like if you turn the lights on suddenly).

 

[Ali]

I just got @finchly 's tag!! Yes I have a bristlenose pleco, his name is Loomis. BN plecos stay smaller, around 5-6 inches. Very chill boys, they mostly hide and sometimes come out at night. They do a great job of eating the algae that grows on the glass, and they appreciate a good algae wafer.

I find they have a medium bioload, but nothing compared to the common pleco. They need driftwood to rasp and they also need at least a 30 gallon tank (I keep my guy in a 40 breeder).

Here's a couple pictures from a few months ago. He's a tiny bit pale in this one, I find plecos get pale when scared (like if you turn the lights on suddenly).
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Awww, he's adorable! Thanks for your help!

 

[Shezbug]

Sorry to hear about your frog I hope he gets better.

 

[Ali]

Sorry to hear about your frog I hope he gets better.

Thank you

 

[rockoko]

Oh no, I’m sorry about your frog

 

[Ali]

Oh no, I’m sorry about your frog

Thank you. His uv stuff came today, so that's good.

 

[Ali]

I like to save money where I can, so what do you think of the following?

JUWEL Aquarium | Vision 180 LED | purchase online

Vision Line LED - Vision 180 LED. JUWEL Aquarium

www.juwel-aquarium.co.uk

My local pet shop have a second hand/ex-display one for £30!!!!

Would it work for Kasana?

 

[Miss Annamarie]

I like to save money where I can, so what do you think of the following?

JUWEL Aquarium | Vision 180 LED | purchase online

Vision Line LED - Vision 180 LED. JUWEL Aquarium

www.juwel-aquarium.co.uk

My local pet shop have a second hand/ex-display one for £30!!!!

Would it work for Kasana?

How many g is he in rn

 

[Ali]

How many g is he in rn

I'm not actually sure. Maybe 15? It isn't big enough sadly. I feel terrible!!!

Also, a froggy update-
He seems to be alright at the moment, although I haven't seen him in a little while! He has been eating.

 

[Diesel13]

Bird person here who also owns 4 turtles and a frog General recommendation is 10 gallons per 1 inch of shell length when it comes to turtles and their enclosure size. Just like with birds, bigger is always better! What species of turtle do you have and how long is its shell?

In terms of fish, you just have to be sure your turtle won't eat them (easier said than done!) and be sure the fish you put in the tank are safe for the turtle to eat if it does end up eating them to avoid health issues. I know plecos and other similar types of fish (suction/bottom feeders) are not recommended with turtles because sometimes they attach themselves to the turtle's shell and can cause serious damage.

Very sorry to hear about your frog's health, but just know it gets to live out its life, however long or short, under your wonderful care

 

[Ali]

Bird person here who also owns 4 turtles and a frog General recommendation is 10 gallons per 1 inch of shell length when it comes to turtles and their enclosure size. Just like with birds, bigger is always better! What species of turtle do you have and how long is its shell?

In terms of fish, you just have to be sure your turtle won't eat them (easier said than done!) and be sure the fish you put in the tank are safe for the turtle to eat if it does end up eating them to avoid health issues. I know plecos and other similar types of fish (suction/bottom feeders) are not recommended with turtles because sometimes they attach themselves to the turtle's shell and can cause serious damage.

Very sorry to hear about your frog's health, but just know it gets to live out its life, however long or short, under your wonderful care

Thank you so much! What turtle species do you have? Can we See pictures!

I have a musk turtle, Kasana, and he is probably not going to get any bigger now due to his age. He is about 4 inches