Musk Turtle

[PirateMaxikinz]

Hi all,

Just set up a tank for a Musk turtle to move in too.

I've done a bit of research, knowing that small and large gravel can pose health problems, and have noted that the most recommended substance to use is sand.

Now, I bought some tank sand from Pets@home.... and I've washed it til the water run clear, swished my hands around in it and proceeded to wash it through again.. added it too the tank and left it a few days with the filter running, and then re-homed my turtle, Within an hour it was milky.

now i was expecting sand too be kicked up.. but not to this extreme. anyone got any suggestions?

Cheers

 

[PirateMaxikinz]

I've heard that people are using Children playing sand, do you think that this would be a better choice of product?.. rather than one designed for fish. I know it sounds quite a nooby question, I've just never had this much of a problem with milky water.

 

[letstalkfish]

Don't use play sand, it is awful. Use pool filter sand. Local pool shops should have it, I got mine from menards or home depot

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[PirateMaxikinz]

Cool, I'l try giving that a go.. any Idea of how long pool sand takes to settle?

 

[Siddons11]

My pool filter sand took about 10 mins to clean out with my hose and its always settled. Didnt cloud the water one bit.

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[PirateMaxikinz]

SOUNDS PERFECT! Thank you both so much for your help.

 

[Vicious_Fish]

Just from my experience but turtle tanks with substrate are a lot harder to keep clean than bare or slate/tile bottom tanks.

 

[PirateMaxikinz]

Hmm, I see your point, I shall look into this, as It would allow me to build a basking spot too, and have a unique tank design. I should be able to get some from a Garden center, cheaper than a Pet shop.. is there any risk too this?.. from my understanding it's only the price tag and more need of washing aspect?.