what are some fully aquatic turtles that are legal in the US? and do any of em tollerate large fish as tankmates?
fully aquatic turtles?
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There really aren't too many fully aquatic species out there that won't nip/kill fish no matter what the size is. Besides FRT the only other somewhat common, basically fully aquatic species would be softshells and most of them are very predatory with fish. Not to mention they can get BIG.
ok, so no tankmates, or cheap fast fish lol. how big are we talking? anybody have a link to care and requirements? thanks
Adult size depends on the species of Softshell and sex of the turtle. Females get much bigger than the males. Softshells also need very clean water so you must have a powerful filtration system for them.
http://www.austinsturtlepage.com/Care/caresheets.htm
http://www.austinsturtlepage.com/Care/caresheets.htm
Western spiny softshells get about 6-8'' depending on male/female.
I've never owned them or kept them with fish though.
I've never owned them or kept them with fish though.
