limited pond space

[boxercrazy]

Hi, just joined and would like some info for limited space. I am thinking something above ground container like. I`ve seen stock water tanks in different sizes. What type of pump/filter for this? I`m thinking plants and maybe some goldfish and a painted turtle. Thanks for the help!!!

 

[sissy]

I got my stock tanks at house auctions for 20 and 30 dollars ,I go on auction zip.com and just click the state you want and most post pics of what will be auctioned off

 

[HARO]

Good idea mixing goldfish and turtles! It keeps the turtles well fed. John

 

[j.w]

Some people have good luck w/ mixing turtles and fish. They just have to make sure they keep the turtle's well fed and maybe start out w/ small turtles and bigger fish

 

[boxercrazy]

So if I got a 100 or 150 g tank, what kind of filtering system should I get? any ideas on fish/turtle safe, meaning wont get eaten, plants?
My turtle is about 4ins and I keep him well fed, he`s a good beggar...lol

 

[j.w]

I think some on here have turtles but I don't. They say you need plenty of filter as turtles are really messy and you prolly already know that cuz you have one.
If you are gonna have fish I think I would stick w/ goldfish. They are cheaper if you just buy the feeder ones at the pet stores or Wal-mart.
That way you will find out what your little turtle is going to do w/o too much expense.............well I guess at the fishes expense of course :sad:

 

[addy1]

Try to get as large a stock tank as you can, the larger they are the easier it is to take care of. You can check the diy section for ideas on filters you can build that will work well for you.

 

[koidaddy]

Welcome. Build yourself a bio-filter. There are some very good designs in the DIY section of various sizes. As far as a pump you want to turn the water volume over at least 1x per hour. More is better here.

 

[boxercrazy]

Thanks all!!!
Will post when i get things going... :razz: