• Built-in filter — fitted from the factory, so there's no separate filter to source and plumb in before the tank can be cycled.
• Built-in basking dock — a dry platform is already in place, so a young turtle has somewhere to climb out and bask from day one.
• 71 × 51 × 45 cm footprint — a wide, shallow-enough profile that suits a hatchling or juvenile turtle's swimming and climbing ability better than a tall tank.
• Clear glass construction — full viewing from the front and both sides.
• Sized to be affordable as a starter — a smaller footprint and price than an adult-sized setup, while your turtle is still growing into one.

This tank arrives ready to fill and stock with a filter and dock already fitted — but a turtle also needs heat, UV, a secure lid and supplements that aren't part of the tank itself.

Included:

• 71 × 51 × 45 cm glass aquarium
• Built-in basking dock
• Built-in filter

You'll still need:

• A secure mesh or lockable lid, since this tank isn't listed as including one
• A basking heat lamp and a UVB tube, mounted above the lid
• A thermostat to control the heat lamp — see the Eco Tech EZY SET Digital Thermostat
• A clamp fixture to hold the heat lamp — see the Zoo Med Deluxe Porcelain Clamp Lamp
• A thermometer for the basking spot and the water
• A dechlorinator or water conditioner for tap water changes
• A calcium supplement for shell and bone health

At 71 × 51 cm, this tank suits a hatchling or juvenile turtle. It's a starter tank rather than a forever home: most pet turtles grow steadily over their first year or two, and a turtle that starts here will eventually need more swimming length than 71 cm gives. The Eco Tech Turtle Aquarium (121 × 41 × 50 cm) is the size to move up to as your turtle grows.

Suitable for:

• Hatchling and juvenile freshwater aquatic turtles, as a starter tank

Not suitable for:

• Adult or near-adult turtles — move up to the larger Eco Tech Turtle Aquarium 121 × 41 × 50cm instead
• Fish-only or planted community setups — turtles are messy eaters and will disturb plants and often eat tankmates
• Terrestrial reptiles — this is a swimming tank, not a terrarium

Turtles produce far more waste than fish of a similar size, so the built-in filter works harder here than it would in a same-sized fish tank. Check and rinse the filter media regularly, and keep up with partial water changes even with the filter running. Watch your turtle's growth against the tank size — a turtle that's outgrowing this tank needs to move up sooner rather than later.

Contact Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium for the current warranty terms on this tank. These terms sit in addition to your consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law, which apply regardless of any manufacturer warranty period.

Does this tank come with a filter?

Yes. A filter and a basking dock are built in, so you don't need to buy these separately to get started.

Does it come with a lid?

It isn't listed as including a mesh lid or cover. Add a secure mesh lid so you can mount heat and UVB lighting above the tank safely and keep your turtle from climbing out.

How long will my turtle fit in this tank?

That depends on the species, but most pet turtles outgrow a 71 cm starter tank within their first year or two. Plan on moving up to a larger tank, such as the 121 × 41 × 50 cm Eco Tech Turtle Aquarium, once your turtle grows.

How many litres does this tank hold?

Based on its external dimensions, the tank has a nominal capacity of around 163 L. The actual water volume you'll hold is somewhat less once the dock, filter and any substrate are in and the water is kept below the rim.

Can I use this as a permanent tank rather than a starter?

Only if your turtle stays small as an adult. For most common pet species this tank is a starter, not a forever home — check your turtle's expected adult size before deciding.