DIY Mini Indoor TURTLE POND!

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  • Опубліковано 28 жов 2019
  • In this video, I set up an indoor turtle pond & brought Sheldon to college with me! Super happy to have him with me again, & can’t wait to make more videos about this pond! I worked very hard on this video & I think it turned out pretty well, let me know if you agree! Thanks for watching, & be sure to like & subscribe for more videos like this!
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  • @CarsonsAquatics
    @CarsonsAquatics  4 роки тому +243

    PLEASE READ IF YOU'RE CONSIDERING GETTING A TURTLE: Just wanted to say I no longer recommend using aquarium sand in turtle setups. The turtle can consume it and it can cause some serious problems. If you want to use sand, use very fine grain sand or play sand. But it's best to use rocks or pebbles that are large enough to where the turtle can't consume them.

    • @larenziahunter1667
      @larenziahunter1667 4 роки тому +10

      Help me set up my turtle 🐢 tank❣️😬I need turtle guidance💯

    • @rookiebae3177
      @rookiebae3177 4 роки тому +9

      RIP SHELDON

    • @GabrielaRamirez-yu9fh
      @GabrielaRamirez-yu9fh 4 роки тому +8

      Larenzia Hunter there’s not much to it really. But the aquarium size does matter depending on the size of your turtle. Lets say the turtle is 4 inches, he’s gonna need a 40 gallon tank. U could always just get a tub instead like he did in the video. And like he said, use rocks that are big enough so that they wont consume them instead of sand. A good filter is super important because red eared sliders STINK SO BAD and their water gets dirty SUPER fast.

    • @GabrielaRamirez-yu9fh
      @GabrielaRamirez-yu9fh 4 роки тому +7

      Larenzia Hunter oh and also my turtles ALWAYS knock down the plants and they always move the big rocks i have for them to bask on so keep that in mind when decorating...it wont last lol

    • @SleazySt
      @SleazySt 3 роки тому +3

      How much did you spend on all of the materials?

  • @nfearther2936
    @nfearther2936 4 роки тому +230

    Put the heater next to the pump and it'll distribute through out the tank.

  • @rosethest
    @rosethest 4 роки тому +111

    Nice! I recommend large enough pebbles for the bottom because they can ingest the sand and they do. Just a tip. 😌

    • @werdcre7940
      @werdcre7940 2 роки тому +1

      Yes-they could choke and die 😵

  • @TheGoat-hu9qz
    @TheGoat-hu9qz 4 роки тому +231

    Great video I love how Sheldon sticks his legs out when he bask,mine does the same

    • @ThriftyTreasures
      @ThriftyTreasures 4 роки тому +5

      Mine does that too, haha 🐢

    • @kaylahersey9474
      @kaylahersey9474 4 роки тому +4

      Mine does that too

    • @MAAZ_Music
      @MAAZ_Music 4 роки тому +9

      All turtles do that

    • @round105
      @round105 4 роки тому +1

      @@MAAZ_Music whenever i saw mine he would bask while his legs and head were tucked inside. He would bask to dry his feet and head but then tuck them in

    • @tomass6203
      @tomass6203 4 роки тому

      Mine too

  • @MrLucaR80
    @MrLucaR80 4 роки тому +23

    You inspired me, now I have to convince my wife to accept a new turtle...maybe two 🤣
    Our big boy is already 12 years old ♥️

  • @alvarorangel3509
    @alvarorangel3509 3 роки тому +13

    My turtle does the same with his little back feet! 😂 he props them up when he’s basking!

  • @kayz8486
    @kayz8486 4 роки тому +4

    Ahhh, so glad to see you and Sheldon reunited 👍🏻

  • @CarsonsAquatics
    @CarsonsAquatics  4 роки тому +53

    Thanks for watching! I’m very happy to have Sheldon with me once again, & I’m excited to make more videos about him! Let me know what I should do to this pond! ⬇️⬇️

    • @animalisticores5713
      @animalisticores5713 4 роки тому +1

      Carson’s Aquatics you’re keeping him at your college dorm?

    • @CarsonsAquatics
      @CarsonsAquatics  4 роки тому +2

      yes

    • @tinocontreras5105
      @tinocontreras5105 4 роки тому

      Getting some turtles for my kids. Actually a friend is giving me her 2 turtles. I'm not sure what kind they are or what she has in the tank. I do know there's water in the tank lol. What are your suggestions to get based on need for them for the cage. Thanks, these will be a first for me and I really don't know to much about them. I will be reading up on them asap

    • @CarsonsAquatics
      @CarsonsAquatics  4 роки тому +3

      They will need a two-part lamp with one heat bulb & one UVB bulb. The general rule is 10 gallons of water per inch of turtle, for example a 2 inch turtle needs at least 20 gallons. they need a dry spot they can go to bask. i recommend getting a water heater to keep the water around 78 degrees. i feed mine like 4 pellets & some dried shrimp every day, & every couple days i give him a piece of lettuce. hope this helps & good luck with your turtles!

    • @tinocontreras5105
      @tinocontreras5105 4 роки тому

      @@CarsonsAquatics thanks for the advice. When I get them I'll know more.

  • @mayrakopjansen2814
    @mayrakopjansen2814 4 роки тому +3

    Sheldon is so adorable Thank you for sharing this I love it

  • @RainbowGolden
    @RainbowGolden 4 роки тому +1

    It thrills me... you taking him with you 🥰

  • @katherinececline
    @katherinececline 4 роки тому +13

    I was also about to mention that when you first put the rock in it was slightly underwater and there needs to be none on it so his belly can fully dry but I realized how small he was on that rock hahah. You seem like a good turtle dad!! Good luck w your little one

  • @michaelagunning3668
    @michaelagunning3668 4 роки тому +4

    Sheldon on the basking rock just chillin was adorable 😍😂

  • @jimothyj2638
    @jimothyj2638 4 роки тому +135

    You should add some small, fast moving fish! It would be interesting seeing them from above and would add a ton of personality to the water

    • @harrypotter-mc1sq
      @harrypotter-mc1sq 4 роки тому +9

      Ghost shrimp. Let the fun begin😂

    • @tachakatate3375
      @tachakatate3375 4 роки тому +4

      Dude turtles eat fish

    • @blackie1of4
      @blackie1of4 3 роки тому +1

      I keep neon tetra's in my turtle tank and haven't lost any in four years

    • @thatstonerr7738
      @thatstonerr7738 Рік тому +1

      I keep my turtles with fish ? I whole host of them from goldfish to glofish to glo sharks etc they don’t bother my fish unless they aren’t fed enough

    • @kevocr926
      @kevocr926 Рік тому

      @@tachakatate3375 so? Not all fish u can definitely put some fish with Turtles jus the right ones

  • @fratilafratila1677
    @fratilafratila1677 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the basking area above the aquarium idea, my Melvin loves it

  • @rmmoak
    @rmmoak Рік тому +1

    I really enjoyed this video! A great project to set up with my children and their new turtle. A great space for them to observe and play with her! Thanks for the update about sand to pebbles/rocks!

  • @ihasarax
    @ihasarax 4 роки тому +4

    i love how your turtle's just like pls leave me alone

  • @lesaibe
    @lesaibe 4 роки тому +2

    Great video, love the set up. Great for small places. Awesome job.

  • @reneehuff3431
    @reneehuff3431 4 роки тому +45

    I love the setup. The filter and heater need good water flow around them. So it's best not to block them with stones. You can purchase heater covers that prevent turtles from sitting directly on the heater.
    Or you can purchase a heater specifically made for turtles that comes with a plastic sort of cage around it. Also, the heater should be fully submerged.
    Once your turtle starts to grow he'll need a better filter. He's adorable and I'm glad you have him there with you.

    • @CarsonsAquatics
      @CarsonsAquatics  4 роки тому +2

      thanks, i’ll definitely look into that!

    • @Anthony-xf6dj
      @Anthony-xf6dj 4 роки тому +1

      I know people use water bottles for filter baffles, could something be similarly done for a heater? Im not sure if that would be good for the plastic or not, just a random idea that came to mind.

    • @stephanie4923
      @stephanie4923 4 роки тому

      @@Anthony-xf6dj the plastic is bad for your turtle

  • @marcellegonzalez8780
    @marcellegonzalez8780 3 роки тому +7

    Just made mine today! Thank you for the ideas :)

  • @37gns37
    @37gns37 4 роки тому +7

    Nice bro great idea and call on the heater and the rock around it.

  • @anasaunders695
    @anasaunders695 4 роки тому +1

    Adorable 🥰💕

  • @ashivishwakarma3985
    @ashivishwakarma3985 3 роки тому

    Amazing idea

  • @marielavazquez9041
    @marielavazquez9041 4 роки тому +3

    Awsome!!!!

  • @lefy5409
    @lefy5409 3 роки тому

    Love this guys videos

  • @fhalaris6982
    @fhalaris6982 4 роки тому +2

    So cute 😍

  • @George-tc5dy
    @George-tc5dy 4 роки тому +27

    This was so cool, i've been thinking of getting a turtle and this vid helped alot

  • @La_Ye
    @La_Ye 4 роки тому +4

    Been waiting for u to upload💪🏽 keep it up big bruh❤️

  • @sskivines9536
    @sskivines9536 4 роки тому +2

    A very amazing idea

  • @Tadpole9
    @Tadpole9 4 роки тому +1

    Get a plastic heater guard, it can melt your pond and cause severe burns. I mean deadly burns, they get red hot. The heater guard is way safer... And always Rinse sand thoroughly.

  • @SaOyGames
    @SaOyGames 4 роки тому +8

    Amazing bro, i love turtles :D

  • @richarddaviddy2182
    @richarddaviddy2182 4 роки тому +1

    This helped me a lot! Thank you!

  • @kallejahrollins4668
    @kallejahrollins4668 4 роки тому

    So darn cute you and Shelldon

  • @NaraMouse101
    @NaraMouse101 4 роки тому +4

    About adding fish/another turtle: 10/10 would not recommend as a long term plan.
    Any fish you put in are likely to get chased or eaten by Sheldon. Even if he never catches them, being trapped in an enclosure with a predator will cause stress and make them more likely to get sick. The only time I've heard of someone successfully cohabitating a turtle with fish was with African cichlids (apparently they're smart and fast enough to stay alive, they're also generally fairly stress hardy).
    Turtles are not social and get very territorial with age. If you get more turtles than you are committing to an extremely large enclosure to keep everyone happy. Depending on species/personalities of the turtles you may not be able to keep them together and have to seperate them for their safety. Even at a young age it's important to monitor basking usage and feeding times to make sure resources are being shared and one turtle isn't outcompeting the other.

    • @alyssaameliia
      @alyssaameliia 4 роки тому

      adding the fish was the idea for him to eat them 😭

  • @MylesLawson
    @MylesLawson 4 роки тому +1

    I really liked this one

  • @ttman6197
    @ttman6197 3 роки тому

    Just started yesterday watching and it brings love watching your vids

  • @zulfiiinnna
    @zulfiiinnna 3 роки тому +1

    I have a turtle which is living in a plastic container I want to get an aquarium but it was too expensive I decided to make my own one and this really did help

  • @paolapriegobravo8063
    @paolapriegobravo8063 4 роки тому

    Very niceeee and pretty

  • @annacrunkleton4711
    @annacrunkleton4711 4 роки тому +1

    Just bought everything I need to create this for two turtles. this video has definitely inspired me!

    • @miguelmayorga856
      @miguelmayorga856 2 роки тому

      Whts the type of bin did he use Whts it called so I could order it online

  • @angieg4811
    @angieg4811 4 роки тому

    Very cool pond.👍

  • @reanaa
    @reanaa 3 роки тому

    Love watching your video's. Always wise information and interesting content...plus ya know...turtles.

  • @izzymalik8241
    @izzymalik8241 3 роки тому

    I love turtle & tortoise

  • @Post.Script.Studio
    @Post.Script.Studio 4 роки тому +6

    OMG he’s so *CUTE* (and not even a turtle person)

  • @only_zerog
    @only_zerog 3 роки тому

    Wow that’s a nice little enclosure it came out really good

  • @melodyrodriguez3155
    @melodyrodriguez3155 4 роки тому +3

    So adorable!! I have two Ted ear sliders, I had used the sand, and it destroyed my filter, so be careful with that. Nice job👍❤

  • @DavidMcCoul
    @DavidMcCoul 3 роки тому

    Aww that’s a cute baby

  • @HOUSEBILLINGS
    @HOUSEBILLINGS 4 роки тому +2

    Nice job man, I’ve done similar setups they work great.

  • @raym3525
    @raym3525 3 роки тому

    Love it! Great idea! I hope soon to see you got sheldon a friend!

  • @Kattzaddygames
    @Kattzaddygames 2 роки тому

    So good

  • @cheezitfacts1221
    @cheezitfacts1221 4 роки тому

    Sick set up

  • @sevenellis410
    @sevenellis410 Рік тому

    That’s for the idea. I need to relocate my baby sliders to make room for the dwarf caiman and I’ve been stressing about putting them together and then separate them. This helped! That’s man! Hope Sheldon is doing great!

  • @Sifer10.
    @Sifer10. 4 роки тому

    Thank you its very helpful 👍🏽👍🏽

  • @Ivette_Ski
    @Ivette_Ski 3 роки тому

    Thanks so much for posting this video. We inherited an adult red eared slider turtle and didn’t know where to begin on making her a safe new home. You’re video really helps. Oh and thanks for the follow up tip on the sand. Great job!!!

  • @128Dar
    @128Dar 3 роки тому

    Great video! I'm going to set up a similar tank for my baby Razorback. Love your advice too.

  • @darrenrobichaud7801
    @darrenrobichaud7801 2 роки тому

    Nice set up!

  • @twinklintootsies
    @twinklintootsies 4 роки тому +153

    ah, i see that you are also an “illegal” pet owner on campus. i live in an apartment on my uni’s campus (finally was able to get out of the dormitories!) with 2 aquariums and my 2 cats. i couldn’t leave ‘em behind. i only have two more semesters until i graduate, soooo... i should be fine. lol

    • @janaymcwilliams5155
      @janaymcwilliams5155 3 роки тому +15

      SAMMMME. I have a 40 gallon tank when I’m only suppose to have a 30 gallon on campus! I also have one extra tank for my betta fish and I’m only suppose to have 1 tank in my rom 🤫 😂

  • @pengensehat6934
    @pengensehat6934 4 роки тому +2

    aaww what a cutie...😱😱 n your turtle's name is cute too...it fits him perfectly 😍😍 cool pond idea btw 👍👍👍

  • @tonyamehler389
    @tonyamehler389 4 роки тому +2

    Omg this is so cool my turtle Lennon is now jealous so I may have to make one too!

  • @gailgarza8033
    @gailgarza8033 2 роки тому

    You are so cool, so kind. Your video is so informative. I am hearing mixed information about Sheldon.

  • @Ali-tx4jv
    @Ali-tx4jv 4 роки тому

    Awesome setup 👍 Sheldon is very cute btw 😍💚🐢 I miss when my Turty was that small ( she's a Redeaerslider ) she's now almost 7 yrs old and is 7 inches long

  • @davidramirez7600
    @davidramirez7600 2 роки тому

    Love the videos keep them coming

  • @allisonplaysaj2269
    @allisonplaysaj2269 4 роки тому

    Sheldon is gonna get huge!

  • @anthonyjackson610
    @anthonyjackson610 4 роки тому +1

    I’m about to go off to college and study marine bio and this is just what I needed Thankyou, I’m going to try this for myself and I’ll let you know how it works

  • @rebeccafernandez5373
    @rebeccafernandez5373 4 роки тому +3

    He’s so active it’s great! Healthy turtle!

  • @ronaldoronaldo1232
    @ronaldoronaldo1232 4 роки тому

    its amazing

  • @christineweeden7656
    @christineweeden7656 4 роки тому +33

    Yes they are cute and all when they are small but they get big you have to have the right set up wich is $$$.And they require alot of matinence its alot.But if you have the time and the right set up your good I love my beggy shes a yellow belly and such a sweet girl.Just wanted to put that out there before you get one than decide its too much to handle.Its not fair to the turtle or any pet for that matter.

  • @bitterbitxh
    @bitterbitxh 4 роки тому +7

    this makes me miss my turtles 🥺🥺

  • @sekedarhoby532
    @sekedarhoby532 3 роки тому

    Nice 👍

  • @myyoga8spa
    @myyoga8spa 4 роки тому

    Done 👍🏻😊 and great video thanks

  • @sampangrabin
    @sampangrabin 4 роки тому

    nice idea

  • @JULITOPLAYS
    @JULITOPLAYS 2 роки тому

    I just recently got a turtle 🐢 and I absolutely love him I wanna buy everything for the little guy love the vid very relaxing 😎🙏🏽

  • @Sofia-fr2th
    @Sofia-fr2th 4 роки тому +1

    Im getting a turtle soon and I think I’m going to make an indoor pond so thank you for the help

  • @aribethlove905
    @aribethlove905 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this idea, I have a turtle and he's getting bigger, I havent been able to find a big enough tank that's not super expensive. This is cheap but looks good, thank you!!

    • @llamaswithtophats4294
      @llamaswithtophats4294 4 роки тому +2

      You could get a large kiddie pool. They're pretty cheap but can reach to like 60-70 gallons depending on what you get. It might be a bit small for certain types of turtles but for most it's great! What type of turtle do you have? :D

  • @halfmoonplakat2391
    @halfmoonplakat2391 4 роки тому

    Very creative. I have something similar to my bettas pond.👍

  • @rayaniqbal613
    @rayaniqbal613 3 роки тому

    Amazing dude , I really liked it, I have 4 turtles ,now it will be easy, thanks .

  • @chriswarham182
    @chriswarham182 4 роки тому

    So good these vids mate 👍👍

  • @conradscheffler8931
    @conradscheffler8931 4 роки тому +2

    I am going to adopt a some turtles soon!! I love turtles! 🐢

  • @CHS_TIGER
    @CHS_TIGER 2 роки тому

    Yellow Belly Sliders are cute especially sheldon. I always wanted a Yellow Belly slider

  • @gardenvarietyvegan4096
    @gardenvarietyvegan4096 4 роки тому

    Little Sheldon is a cutie! I am thinking about getting a turtle for myself and my grandson and this looks doable for first turtle 🐢 I’m still doing my research. Need to figure out a good first turtle. Your videos have been helpful and inspiring 🐢🐢🐢

  • @fischertanks3347
    @fischertanks3347 4 роки тому +2

    Good work buddy

  • @RajanPlaysGames
    @RajanPlaysGames 4 роки тому

    Nice!

  • @paulcassanova6715
    @paulcassanova6715 4 роки тому

    Sheldon was excited

  • @shannacagle8071
    @shannacagle8071 4 роки тому

    Good job

  • @bollytube7512
    @bollytube7512 3 роки тому

    Love from india to you friend really it's very helpful to me

  • @MylesLawson
    @MylesLawson 4 роки тому

    Very interesting and awesome video

  • @miguelvillareal8300
    @miguelvillareal8300 3 роки тому

    Hell yea bro. I just got a what I believe is a cooter 🐢. Great idea. I have few videos of him

  • @sylviedavid6312
    @sylviedavid6312 4 роки тому

    thanks for sharing

  • @julieputerbaugh5175
    @julieputerbaugh5175 2 роки тому

    I really like your videos and think you are really good with your turtles.

  • @IndianAquaBoy03
    @IndianAquaBoy03 4 роки тому

    Good one buddy 👍

  • @reighlynlove6636
    @reighlynlove6636 4 роки тому

    Genius

  • @rayluckman9324
    @rayluckman9324 4 роки тому

    What's up great stuff

  • @bradleychambers1008
    @bradleychambers1008 3 роки тому

    Nice. Pond

  • @c2pp974
    @c2pp974 4 роки тому

    Sickkkkk bro

  • @joeybryant4872
    @joeybryant4872 4 роки тому +5

    He will out grow that pretty fast I have 2 yellow belly and a African side neck and a red ear slider

  • @yuriystolpakov8050
    @yuriystolpakov8050 4 роки тому

    cool

  • @thewingedturtle480
    @thewingedturtle480 4 роки тому +4

    Your vids just keep getting better! Personally, I think Sheldon should get a friend! Definitely go with another turtle pun for the name

    • @CarsonsAquatics
      @CarsonsAquatics  4 роки тому +3

      Thewingedturtle i’m actually scrolling through turtle websites right now! i’m leaning towards an eastern painted turtle, but will probably wait until winter break to get it. probably will be a female, so Shelby?

    • @amongusdaily457
      @amongusdaily457 3 роки тому

      @Carson’s Aquatics YES SHELBY WOULD BE AWESOME!

  • @goofytube3627
    @goofytube3627 4 роки тому

    Feeding fish are the best and no matter how dirty ur water will get from their waste they will not die and also they can survive or maybe get eating like 1 or 2 the most

  • @irisesmeralda6071
    @irisesmeralda6071 4 роки тому +1

    I think my turtle is a dog. She does not like being in her pond/tank unless she is eating. Once she is done she claws and we take her out and she roams the house freely. If we leave her alone for too long she will claw at our doors to let her in. She loves to get on our dog’s bed. When she goes under the furniture and we do not see her we call out to her and she comes running out from whoever she is hiding. Climbs onto our feet and raises her body off the ground so we can carry her. Does anybody’s turtle do this? I love her though 💕

  • @TheTeamfreeup
    @TheTeamfreeup 4 роки тому +1

    Put the heater by the filter the flow of the water will circulate the heat better dope setup

  • @devsharma6842
    @devsharma6842 3 роки тому +3

    Amazing video! Great tips. Btw just wanted to ask you that which type of tub did you get? It looks big enough and I wanna buy it so can you please share a link from where I can buy it online? Thanks

  • @aurelialogan589
    @aurelialogan589 4 роки тому

    that was nice..