Snapping Turtle Tank Setup Infographic

Title: “Snapping Turtle Tank Setup”

Subtitle: “Easy Care Guide”

List of Items Needed:

• A tank according to the size
• A water filter
• A water heater
• A heating lamp
• A UVB lamp
• Decorations
• Sand or other appropriate substrates
• A basking platform

Steps for Habitat Building:

1. Choose A Large Tank: It suggests 10 gallons of water per inch of a turtle, recommending a 55-gallon tank for when they grow to 5-6 inches long in the first two years.
2. Adding Substrates And Decorating The Tank: Recommends a layer of sand or mixed sand at the bottom, with the possibility of adding plants.
3. Setup The Water Filter: Advises buying a powerful and large canister filter.
4. Maintain Water Temperature With A Water Heater: Indicates the ideal temperature range for adult and baby turtles.
5. Fill The Tank With Water: Highlights the importance of water quality, stating it should be non-chlorinated.
6. Prepare A Basking Spot: Notes that snapping turtles need a large area for basking.
7. Provide UV Lights: Suggests the turtle should be able to bask from the platform without getting too close to the UV lights.
8. Decorating With Plants: Cautions to choose non-toxic plants for the turtle tank.
9. Secure The Tank With A Cover: Recommends metal netting covers to protect against external threats.

What to feed a snapping turtle: The infographic provides a list of foods appropriate for baby and adult snapping turtles, noting that their diet shifts from carnivorous to omnivorous as they age. The list includes various meats, insects, fruits, and vegetables.

How To Take Care of Snapping Turtles?:

• Maintaining Tank Temperature
• Healthy Diet
• Regular Health Check
• Keep The Tank Clean

How To Pick Up A Snapping Turtle: It offers a step-by-step guide on how to safely pick up an adult snapping turtle, emphasizing caution and the correct way to handle the turtle to avoid stress or injury.