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AaronW

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Hello everyone! I was thinking about getting a softshell turtle tank started. I could really use some advice! Should I get a hatchling? Or start with a bigger turtle? :thanks:
 
IMO it's up to you. Turtles are very messy causing a high bioload. This means less fish if your keeping fish with it. What size tank are you starting?
 
Well I wanted to start in 55 gallon. Then I was gonna run a filter rated for 100 gallons.
 
What species? Soft shells are one of the more aggressive species. Fun fact: the Chinese soft shell urinates out of it's mouth.
 
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