The sea turtle is a cute creature that can become a favorite pet. Unfortunately, few are in a hurry to get this reptile, as maintenance requires some physical and material costs. But if you still decide to settle a sea turtle at home, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for caring for it.
It is necessary
- - an aquarium;
- - filter for water purification;
- - microorganisms and marine plants;
- - pebbles;
- - salty water;
- - vitamins with calcium content or eggshell.
Instructions
Step 1
Sea turtles live long enough, life expectancy can exceed forty years. This means that you are acquiring a pet for a long time. Sea turtles are more beautiful, vibrant and active than land turtles. They are bred in captivity, so you can easily buy them at the pet store. Little turtles are more susceptible to various diseases than adults, so they can die with improper care. It is recommended that you choose an adult turtle or a teenage turtle. Show it to your veterinarian after purchase.
Step 2
The turtle tank must be large (at least one hundred liters is required for one individual) so that the pet can move freely in the water. The sea turtle must be constantly kept in the water, it floats to the surface infrequently, once every fifteen to twenty minutes. Therefore, it is not at all necessary to equip the aquarium with islands and incandescent lamps. The water must be clean, use special filters, regularly change a third of the water. Place a round pebble at the bottom of the aquarium.
Step 3
When purchasing a sea turtle, you should consult with the seller about its diet. These reptiles are predators, so the menu should include seafood, lean meat and fish without sharp bones. The sea turtle loves to eat shellfish and algae. To create favorable conditions for existence, it is necessary to take care of the presence of marine plants and living microorganisms in the aquarium.
Step 4
A turtle aquarium must represent a certain part of the world's oceans, so the water in it must have an appropriate level of salinity. It is necessary to consult with specialists about all the rules and subtleties of the formation of this composition, who will explain all the details of the content of the reptile to perfection. Domestic turtles may suffer from a lack of calcium, add crushed eggshells or vitamins with calcium to the diet.
Step 5
Keeping a sea turtle properly in your aquarium will lead to positive results. If the turtle feeds correctly and well, it will become more active and will not hibernate. The lifestyle of this marine reptile should be as active as possible in order to avoid the occurrence of various diseases that occur in turtles under the wrong conditions at home.
