Top products from r/Redearedsliders
We found 15 product mentions on r/Redearedsliders. We ranked the 13 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Penn Plax Turtle Tank Topper – Above-Tank Basking Platform for Turtle Aquariums, 17 x 14 x 10 Inches
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
A HEALTHY OPTION FOR YOUR TURTLES: Give your turtle a healthier, more spacious aquatic environment, which will, in turn, give you a new way to interact with them.BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Each Turtle Topper comes with a hanging platform that sits just below the water line so your turtle can rest while be...
2. Exo Terra Sun-Glo Basking Spot Lamp, 75-Watt/120-Volt
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
75-watt broad spectrum daylight spot lamp for terrariumsNeodymium gives terrarium animals and plants a more natural appearanceIncreases ambient air temperature; Creates a basking area for thermoregulationStimulates breeding behavior through UVA raysR20 bulb; Can be combined with Night Glo or Heat Gl...
3. Tetra Decorative ReptoFilter, Terrarium Filtration, Keeps Water Clear
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
COMBINATION FILTER AND WATERFALL: Uses 3-stage Tetra filtration technology to keep water clear and remove odors in turtle, newt and frog terrariums, and creates an instant waterfall.DRAMATIC FOCAL POINT: Realistic natural stone appearance – blends in beautifully with other rocks and vegetation.DUA...
4. Exo Terra ReptiGlo 5.0 (26 Watt)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Stimulates appetite, activity and reproductive behavior through UVA radiationIdeal for all tropical and sub-tropical reptilesHigh UVB output, effective up to 12"Recommended in combination with Repti-Glo 2.0 for a higher visual light outputProvides necessary UVB rays for optimal calcium metabolism
5. Laguna Pressure-Flo 700 UVC Filter
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
High performance water filtering system that keeps pond water clear and healthyCan be Installed in or above ground; 16-foot long power cordIncludes 11-watt UV lamp and foam mediaClogging indicator tells you when cleaning is requiredWater flow of 333 gallons per hour when high load of fish in sunligh...
6. Exo Terra Terrarium Submersible Turtle Heater, 50-Watt
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Preset submersible heaterHeats up to 20 gallonsRugged construction for safety; Stainless steel power cord protectorCompact design with suction cup mounts50 watts; Keeps temperature around 78 degrees Fahrenheit; 1-year warranty
7. Zoo Med Gourmet Aquatic Turtle Food, 11 -Ounce
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
No artificial colors or preservativesAdded vitamins and mineralsAll naturalNote: There is a running change for the item from 12 oz. to 11 oz.; the item is the same otherwise
8. Rubbermaid Commercial Products FG424500BLA Stock Tank, Structural Foam, 150 gal, Black
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Oversized drain plug for easy draining and cleaningDurable, weather-resistant structural foamSeamless construction improves durabilityMeasures 58" x 39" x 26"Made in the USA
9. Sunsun HW-304B 525 GPH 5-Stage External Canister Filter with 9-watt UV Sterilizer
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Good for up to 150 gallon fish tanksDimension: 11" L X 11" W X 17" HFlow rate: 525 GPH (2000L/hr.)Built in 9 Watt UV sterilizer for controlling algae spores/bacteria and promoting clear water
10. Zoo Med ReptiSun 10.0 UVB Mini Compact Fluorescent (13 watts)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
For all desert and basking reptile10% UVB Output30% UVA Output
11. Penn Plax 610 Cascade Corner Filter
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Space saving corner designFully submersible filter quietly delivers 160 gallons per hour of crystal clear water for your fresh or marine aquarium up to 50 gallons in sizeSpray bar option allows you to distribute water evenly helping aerate your tankCan be placed horizontally and is easily hidden
12. Zoo Med (2 Pack) Repti Tuff Splashproof Halogen Lamps 75 Watts
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
13. Orlushy Submersible Aquarium Heater 100W for Marine Reef Fish Tank Sump
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
★100W aquarium heater is suitable for 15 to 30 gallons aquariums,Length - 9",voltage 110-120V, power cord is 6ft, please choose the right wattage aquarium heater according to our size chart.★It shows an area to adjust the temperature. It's not exactly accurate but it turns easy and can be adjust...
Not sure how helpful I can be, but I'll give you whatever information I can about what works for my red eared slider. He's about ten years old. The tank is maybe about 4'x2', not sure exactly. At some point we'd like to get a larger one for him, but he's pretty content right now. I use a corner filter to conserve space (Something like this, there should be an option at pretty much any pet store). It keeps his environment mostly clean and I do a deeper clean every month or so where I take him out and wash everything in his tank.
I also have a water heater, it's a little tube that sits in the water and turns on in case it gets too cold. This is important in my area because we have cold winters, but it may not be essential for you. (This isn't the model I have, but something like this might do)
I also have a few large rocks in the bottom of his tank that I switch up whenever I clean just to change his environment a little and give him something new to look at.
Something that I found to be important is having a basking light and a UV light for him, because he's indoors and while he's near a window, it's not enough light for him, especially in winter. I have those set up on a timer so I don't have to remember to turn it on and off every day.
Speaking of basking light, he will need a place that is not in water where he can sit under the light. I used to have a floating island wall attachment for this, but he kept knocking it down, so now I just have two of those filters from above, back to back, and he likes sitting on them. You'll find out what your turtle likes and doesn't like as time goes on. It may be a little expensive getting his/her tank together, but it'll be worth it definitely to have the filters to keep it clean and the lights on timers so his daily upkeep is fairly simple. Sorry I don't have pictures of my set up on hand, I hope you can at least use some of this info!
Well it’s really amazing that you want to do a better job. I’m not going to lie there are days I wonder if I should try to rehome mine but like you I’ve seen how difficult it is. Also I love the thing and I think he might love me too so I try really hard to give him a happy life!
Here’s a good resource:
https://www.allturtles.com/red-eared-slider/
Also you can feed him lettuce and dried shrimp and other treats.
I use this filter and if you clean it at least once a month it works really really well.
Penn Plax 610 Cascade Corner Filter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O218HIK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xYNODb1RTCSEB
A 10 gallon aquarium would work well for probably the first year and they are cheap can probably get one for $20. Eventually you will need a very large tank 75+ gallons.
Below are the things I think are a must
This site http://redearslider.com has tons of good information.
Check the water and basking area temperatures to make sure they aren't too hot or too cold.
If you had a 55 gallon, this would be simple. The best option is a Turtle Topper, which are made to fit 55g tanks.
There are ways of getting it to work for a 40g tank also if you want to go that route.
For UVB I use Reptisun 10.0, manufacturer recommends replace yearly (UVB stops working long before bulb burns out) but I replace every 6 months. For heat lamps you can use any bulb (not LED) from the hardware store, but I like these ReptiTuff Splashproof basking lamps. The glass is super thick to avoid shattering when your aquatic turtles splash it with water.
Its this one right here
https://www.amazon.com/Penn-Plax-Turtle-Tank-Topper/dp/B002O09MYE/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=turtle+above+tank&qid=1567282537&s=gateway&sr=8-5
Make sure to angle the heat light towards the stairs to encourage him to go up there
And leave some food up there it’ll make him want to go bask
I have this one. It should work for 10 gallon and you wouldnt need to upgrade it if you get a 20 gallon tank. I set it about an inch horizontally under the surface so that he can rest on it. He loves the heater
Orlushy Submersible Aquarium Heater 100W for Marine Reef Fish Tank Sump https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2L8DZR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_InB2Db5XRQ1FD
I feed him Zoo Med Gourmet Aquatic turtle Food
and iv tried Romaine and Lettuce he is on his 2nd day of not eating so I think Im going to try and just feed him Green pallets I Really wanted him to try and eat greens but he just refuses to touch them. I think I will try to give him a couple Pallets and mostly greens Thank you ~
https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-Products-FG424500BLA-Structural/dp/B004H35IV2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=37LV5KOBN78XR&keywords=stock+tank+150+gallon&qid=1574191636&sprefix=stock+tank+15%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-1
Unfortunately no one knows the exact model. After some research I think it might be a Laguna Pressure Flo 700
Only because I can’t find a product with a smaller number of gallons.
We do change the filter. We try not change the water and filter media at the same time unless the smell is particularly bad.