{"title":"Turtles","description":"\u003cp\u003eFreshwater turtles — long-lived aquatic pets that need proper filtration, UVB and basking areas. Read the care requirements before purchase; licence required in most states.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"krefft-s-river-turtle","title":"Krefft's River Turtle | Emydura macquarii krefftii","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Krefft's River Turtle is an active, personable freshwater short-neck from Queensland's rivers and lakes - always swimming, quick to beg at the glass and fast to learn where food comes from. A rewarding aquatic species for keepers with some experience. Australian stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKrefft's River Turtle is a short-necked turtle of the coastal rivers, creeks, lakes and impoundments of eastern Queensland, spending most of its life in the water and hauling out to bask. Natural origin for this listing is eastern Queensland. In captivity it needs a large, well-filtered aquatic setup that recreates that environment, with plenty of clean open water to swim, a secure dry basking dock under heat and UVB, and stable, well-maintained water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA healthy turtle shows clear eyes, smooth intact skin, a firm even shell free of pitting or soft spots, and swims strongly. The carapace is olive-green to bronze or brown, the plastron pale cream, and the head is dark with a distinctive pale stripe running from the snout through the eye. Adult size is generally 25–30 cm carapace length, so the animal should never be purchased only for its current size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is best described as active, inquisitive and personable, and these turtles quickly become confident feeders. They can be kept singly or, in a large enough system with ample basking space, in compatible groups, but crowding leads to competition, biting and shell and limb damage, so generous space and filtration are essential if more than one is housed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed as an omnivore that is more carnivorous when young; offer a varied diet of quality turtle pellets, whole small fish, prawn, yabbies and insects, alongside aquatic plants and greens. As the turtle matures the balance shifts toward more plant matter. Feed juveniles daily and adults every two to three days, avoid overfeeding to protect water quality, and dust or gut-load prey to support calcium intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a large aquarium or pond, at least around 120 cm long for a single adult, with much more water volume preferred and strong filtration to cope with a messy feeder. Keep water at 22–26°C and provide a dry basking dock reaching 30–32°C, lit with UVB run 10–12 hours a day and replaced as recommended. The turtle must be able to leave the water and dry off completely to prevent shell and skin disease. Perform regular partial water changes and keep filtration well maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKrefft's River Turtles are egg-layers. Following a seasonal cue the female leaves the water to dig a nest on land and lay a clutch of eggs, which are incubated for roughly two months. Breeding is not expected for most keepers and requires suitable adults, land-nesting space and appropriate licensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmydura macquarii krefftii\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrefft's River Turtle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoastal rivers, creeks and lakes of eastern Queensland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25–30 cm carapace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–50 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive, inquisitive and personable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge aquarium or pond around 120 cm long for one adult, with basking dock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger aquarium or outdoor pond with strong filtration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore - fish, prawns, yabbies, turtle pellets and aquatic plants; more carnivorous when young\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasking Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–32°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater 22–26°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUVB Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — UV Index 3.0–4.0 at basking + 10% UVB (T5 HO fluorescent) — UVB over the basking platform - essential for shell\/bone health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquatic species - not applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate keepers with aquatic setup experience\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicence Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - reptile keeper's licence in most Australian states\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest kept alone or with other similarly sized Krefft's or Murray-Darling short-neck turtles in a large, heavily filtered system with ample basking space per turtle. Any grouping must be watched for bullying over food and basking sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not house with fish or invertebrates small enough to be eaten, with much smaller or larger turtles, or with long-necked species, and never crowd turtles into inadequate water volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize options reflect the sizes we stock; any shown as sold out will return as we restock. Australian livestock for in-store collection or local delivery, with our live arrival guarantee. 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Australian stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Murray River Turtle is a short-necked turtle of the rivers, creeks, billabongs and lakes of the Murray-Darling system across south-eastern Australia, spending most of its life in the water and hauling out to bask. Natural origin for this listing is the Murray-Darling river system. In captivity it needs a large, well-filtered aquatic setup that recreates that environment, with plenty of clean open water to swim, a secure dry basking dock under heat and UVB, and stable, well-maintained water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA healthy turtle shows clear eyes, smooth intact skin, a firm even shell free of pitting or soft spots, and swims strongly. The carapace is olive-green to brown or bronze, the plastron pale cream to yellow, and there is usually a pale cream stripe along the side of the face and neck. Adult size is generally 25–30 cm carapace length, so the animal should never be purchased only for its current size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is best described as active, inquisitive and personable, and these turtles quickly become confident feeders. They can be kept singly or, in a large enough system with ample basking space, in compatible groups, but crowding leads to competition, biting and shell and limb damage, so generous space and filtration are essential if more than one is housed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed as an omnivore that is more carnivorous when young; offer a varied diet of quality turtle pellets, whole small fish, prawn, yabbies and insects, alongside aquatic plants and greens. As the turtle matures the balance shifts toward more plant matter. Feed juveniles daily and adults every two to three days, avoid overfeeding to protect water quality, and dust or gut-load prey to support calcium intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a large aquarium or pond, at least around 120 cm long for a single adult, with much more water volume preferred and strong filtration to cope with a messy feeder. Keep water at 22–26°C and provide a dry basking dock reaching 30–32°C, lit with UVB run 10–12 hours a day and replaced as recommended. The turtle must be able to leave the water and dry off completely to prevent shell and skin disease. Perform regular partial water changes and keep filtration well maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMurray River Turtles are egg-layers. Following a seasonal cue the female leaves the water to dig a nest on land and lay a clutch of eggs, which are incubated for roughly two months. Breeding is not expected for most keepers and requires suitable adults, land-nesting space and appropriate licensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmydura macquarii macquarii\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMurray River Turtle (Murray Short-necked Turtle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRivers, creeks, billabongs and lakes of the Murray-Darling system, south-eastern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25–30 cm carapace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–50 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive, inquisitive and personable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge aquarium or pond around 120 cm long for one adult, with basking dock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger aquarium or outdoor pond with strong filtration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore - fish, prawns, yabbies, turtle pellets and aquatic plants; more carnivorous when young\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasking Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–32°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater 22–26°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUVB Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — UV Index 3.0–4.0 at basking + 10% UVB (T5 HO fluorescent) — UVB over the basking platform - essential for shell\/bone health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquatic species - not applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate keepers with aquatic setup experience\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicence Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - reptile keeper's licence in most Australian states\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest kept alone or with other similarly sized Murray-Darling or Krefft's short-neck turtles in a large, heavily filtered system with ample basking space per turtle. Any grouping must be watched for bullying over food and basking sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not house with fish or invertebrates small enough to be eaten, with much smaller or larger turtles, or with long-necked species, and never crowd turtles into inadequate water volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize options reflect the sizes we stock; any shown as sold out will return as we restock. Australian livestock for in-store collection or local delivery, with our live arrival guarantee. 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The neck is close to half the length of the shell, and the animal uses it the way a heron uses its own, sitting still on the bottom and striking sideways at anything that swims past. It is calm, hardy and very long-lived, and it suits a keeper with some aquarium experience who can run a properly filtered aquatic setup. Australian stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Eastern Long-necked Turtle lives in slow-moving swamps, wetlands, billabongs, farm dams and the quieter reaches of streams and rivers through Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and south-eastern South Australia. It is a bottom dweller rather than an open-water swimmer, and when its wetland dries it will walk overland to find another one, with wild animals recorded travelling several kilometres. In captivity it wants still or gently moving water it can walk along the bottom of, strong filtration to cope with a messy carnivore, and a dry basking dock it can climb out onto and dry off on completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe carapace (the top shell) is broad, flattened and dark brown to almost black, and the plastron (the underside shell) is cream to pale yellow with dark seams between the plates. The long neck is grey-brown above and paler below, and it folds sideways under the lip of the shell rather than pulling straight back in. Adults reach around 25 to 26 cm of carapace, so the animal should never be bought for the size it is now. A healthy turtle has clear eyes, a firm even shell with no soft patches or pitting, unbroken skin and strong swimming. When startled or handled this species can release a pungent fluid from scent glands near the base of the legs, which is where the old nickname \"stinker\" comes from. It is harmless and settles as the turtle gets used to being handled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is best described as calm, deliberate and slow-moving compared with the short-necked turtles. It is an ambush hunter, so it will sit motionless for long periods and then move quickly. It is naturally solitary in the wild and is best kept on its own, though a large, heavily filtered system with more than one basking spot can hold more than one. Crowding causes competition at feeding time and leads to biting, nipped necks and damaged shells, so space and filtration decide how many you can keep, not the number of turtles you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a carnivore and it stays a carnivore. Unlike short-necked turtles such as the Murray River Turtle, it does not shift towards plant matter as it matures, so do not build its diet around vegetables or greens. Feed whole small fish, prawn, yabbies, earthworms, insects and aquatic invertebrates, along with a quality turtle pellet. Hatchlings feed daily, adults every two to three days. Feed in the water, because the species can only swallow with its head submerged. Do not overfeed, as uneaten food is the fastest way to wreck water quality in a turtle tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHatchlings can start in a smaller, shallow, well-filtered tank where they can reach the surface easily, then move up as they grow. A single adult needs an aquarium or pond of at least around 120 cm long, and more water volume is always better. Keep water at 20 to 24 degrees, which is cooler than most tropical fish tanks, and provide a dry basking dock that reaches 30 to 32 degrees under a heat lamp. Run UVB lighting over the basking dock for 10 to 12 hours a day and replace the globe on the manufacturer's schedule. UVB is the ultraviolet light the turtle needs to make vitamin D3 and use calcium, and without it the shell and bones deform. The turtle must be able to leave the water and dry off fully, otherwise shell and skin infections follow. Change part of the water regularly and keep the filter well maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEastern Long-necked Turtles lay eggs. In the wild the female leaves the water in the warmer months and digs a nest in sand or soft soil along a bank, laying a clutch of roughly 8 to 24 hard-shelled eggs, and incubation runs long at around 120 to 150 days. Breeding is not something most keepers should plan for, as it needs mature adults, dry land to nest on and the right licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChelodina longicollis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEastern Long-necked Turtle, also called the Eastern Snake-necked Turtle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwamps, wetlands and slow waterways of Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and south-eastern South Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 to 26 cm carapace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 to 40 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalm, slow-moving ambush hunter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquarium or pond around 120 cm long for one adult, with a dry basking dock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger aquarium or outdoor pond with strong filtration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarnivore - fish, prawn, yabbies, earthworms, insects and turtle pellets. Does not become a plant eater with age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasking Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 to 32 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater 20 to 24 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUVB Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - UV Index 3.0 to 4.0 at the basking dock, 10% UVB globe. Essential for shell and bone health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquatic species, not applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate keepers with aquatic setup experience\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicence Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - reptile keeper's licence in most Australian states\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest kept on its own. If more than one is housed, use a large, heavily filtered system with a basking spot for each turtle and watch for bullying at feeding time and over basking space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not house with fish or invertebrates small enough to be eaten, which for this species is most of them. Do not mix with short-necked turtles or with turtles of a noticeably different size, and never crowd turtles into water volume that cannot carry them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are hatchlings and will grow to the adult size listed above, so plan the setup for the adult and not the animal in the tub. Australian livestock for in-store collection or local delivery, with our live arrival guarantee. 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