Will aquatic turtles eat these snails? What if I raise them separately and only add adults to the turtle tank? What temperature for the water? Thanks!
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Well I have about 30 of these snails. One beta and two shrimp. I have learned to buy all my aquatic creatures as young as I can find them. That way the can adjust to my Eco system. When I bought big snails they all died, but my baby snails and juvenile shrimp are doing ok. I do not have a heater. However most of the summer my tank live in the basement. And I bring it back up in the fall. I do not have a turtle, but if you got maybe sixty snails, how many could your turtle eat !! &#128077; good luck
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Sure, I basically just water them once a week. I let them soak in a big bowl of water for 1 hour and then take them out and allow them to dry on some paper towel or a washcloth for a couple hours (usually takes up to 4 hours to completely dry out). I've read on multiple sites that they should not be wet while in their shells. So far mine still look great! Oh and I keep them on a small desk in front of a west facing window. But I also have one in an east facing window, I'm sure they are fine as long as they are next to or close to any window.
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I have a betta, two ADFs and just added this little guy. I was a little worried about the frogs getting snapped at so I monitored closely. At first, one of the frogs was actually "nipping" the crayfish. I don't know if this was territorial or if the crayfish smells like dinner. Crayfish was initially a little defensive but hasn't done any actual harm, and the frogs tend to dart away if they run into each other. After a couple days everything seems peaceful, I think they just needed a few days to get used to one another. I do recommend plenty of hiding places at various heights to expand the amount of available "territory". I have a betta, two ADFs and just added this little guy. I was a little worried about the frogs getting snapped at so I monitored closely. At first, one of the frogs was actually "nipping" the crayfish. I don't know if this was territorial or if the crayfish smells like dinner. Crayfish was initially a little defensive but hasn't done any actual harm, and the frogs tend to dart away if they run into each other. After a couple days everything seems peaceful, I think they just needed a few days to get used to one another. I do recommend plenty of hiding places at various heights to... » Read More I have a betta, two ADFs and just added this little guy. I was a little worried about the frogs getting snapped at so I monitored closely. At first, one of the frogs was actually "nipping" the crayfish. I don't know if this was territorial or if the crayfish smells like dinner. Crayfish was initially a little defensive but hasn't done any actual harm, and the frogs tend to dart away if they run into each other. After a couple days everything seems peaceful, I think they just needed a few days to get used to one another. I do recommend plenty of hiding places at various heights to expand the amount of available "territory". « Show Less
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Manually fill canister with water. Pump the heck out of it. Add more water thru tubes. I found advice from red eared slider turtle owners Facebook page.
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I've had mine for a year in a saltwater tank...no issues. I've even have a snail that keeps the outside of the pump clean without getting hurt. If I had a fish commit fishycide, I would avoid that species in the future. Survival of the fittest/smartest.
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You need to have mated pairs for them to breed. They are not like regular snails.
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Hi Michelle, I would use them in a pinch. The dry ones float which is optimal for feeding for aquatic turtles. However, I'm wondering if your animal would be better served with live mealworms as a protein source. Live action snacks would engage the predator in your dragon. Hope this helps.
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Casey is correct....this is way to small. It will be okay temporarily, but you will have to get a bigger tank and a better filtration system. It's cheaper/better to just start out with a bigger tank. Even the 15g-20g suggestion will be too small at some point. Here's a link to a really good care sheet: http://www.austinsturtlepage.com/Care/housing.htmAt one point I had 7 turtles and they are great animals, but they do require a lot of work that pet stores don't tell you.
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No - but they didn't work for our tank. The died pretty quickly and weren't able to help with our snail population. We were disappointed.
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They should do great, just get 3 or 5. They will eat the leftover food and other snails.
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Lois, my fish wouldn't eat it. I thought it was a great price for the weight, but I was wrong. They don't like the round pellet - only the 'sticks'. Maybe you will have better luck. :o) p.s.... it doesn't all float either ;o(
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A betta by itself is fine in a 3-gallon. Maybe a snail would be alright, but definitely not the frog because it would produce too much waste for the small tank and the small filter. My tank is home to 1 betta and live plants. I also have a heater because bettas need 80 degrees F water, since they are tropical fish. My 1 betta is very active and always exploring and hiding in the plants. I would google "basic betta care" and "nitrogen cycle" and do a little reading before buying any animals. Remember fish are living beings and will depend on you for your care, so do your best to provide them a good home =)
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I am sure the shrimp will be fine in a tank that size sense they are bottom feeders. Mine did not live long because I did not put them in a heated tank and places to hide. As far as koi let me just say, we have a 5400 gallon koi pond in our yard and they ate all of our trapdoor snails. I can only suggest putting may 2 or 3 in for a while and see how they do. I hope this was some help.
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Yes...These critters are really cute, my daughter has bonded with them. Believe it or not, they have personality and are a lot of fun to watch!! Initially, they were petrified in their new home, but are very comfortable now. They can sometimes be aggressive with any bottom/slow moving dwellers. One of mine is much calmer than the other, so again, it's a chance you're taking. If you decide to put them in the same tank, be sure that it's very heavily planted so that both have plenty of places to hide. Good luck and happy holidays!
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They arrive very tiny. Approx. 1-2 inch long and 1/8 inch diameter. They plump up to less than 1/4 inch diameter once added to moistened paper and fed food scraps. If you farm them using the instructions that come with the worms you will always have food for your turtle. Mine have double in numbers since I got them in May.
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Sorry, I have it in a tank with Koi, but for what it's worth, it isn't hurting my snails. A call to the company might be useful in that regard. It is not a rock, it is a porous, coral like material and it slowly disintegrates and fills the water with something that inhibits the growth of algae. It has helped my tank.
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Hello! In my experience, when i got this shrimps i had a thank with a 5 inchs pleco, 2 loaches botias and other fishes, and they were fine, after 2 months they breed, and i had no problems. The babys growed fine. Later i got a couple of African Frogs... and man.. bad choice. They were like ice cream for them. :( Plecos and Loaches are fine, but don´t think about put frogs or turtles in a tank with srhimps :D