What kind of algae eater can live with a turtle?

What kind of algae eater can live with a turtle?

Plecos are algae eaters of varying colors. Some can grow to be two feet long in a large tank. Many of them also have armor. So, most turtles, even adults, don’t seriously injure them.

Can Chinese algae eaters live with turtles?

my turtles have eaten about 3 or 4 Chinese Algae Eaters. From what I saw when they did, they didn’t look scaly or bony – and the turtles haven’t been hurt in any way. From my experience, they’re safe to eat.

What can you put in a tank with a turtle?

Very small, agile fish like guppies may be able to survive with turtles, though they may overpopulate the tank. Goldfish and minnows are often kept with turtles because of their low cost; if they are eaten, they can easily and affordably be replaced.

Will painted turtles eat algae eaters?

Yes, they eat algae but I wouldn’t expect my tank ‘spit-shined’ by AES alone. In most turtle tanks, they’ll be killed. They are generally much harder to find than ghost shrimp & more expensive; this is not a cost-effective algae control measure for most tanks.

What can you put in turtle tank to eat algae?

Ghost shrimp are basically little eating machines. That’s pretty much all they do; and in the process of doing it, they also do a great job of cleaning the bottom of your turtle’s tank of leftovers and other detritus. They also eat certain kinds of algae and diatoms. Best of all, they add almost no bioload to the tank.

Can turtles live together in a tank?

Turtles of different species, in most cases, should not share a tank. While turtles of varying species can be tranquil together, the potential problem is a health matter. If one turtle comes from a different area than another, one might be invulnerable to ailments the other carries.

Can turtles pee brain damage?

Yes. It can lead to health complications during pregnancy, including: Dehydration. Bacteremia (bacteria in the blood), which can lead to problems, like meningitis, a serious infection that causes swelling in the brain and spinal cord.

Is no more algae safe for turtles?

It won’t hurt your turtle. You could take the driftwood out and soak it, changing the water periodically until the tannin isn’t leaching out as much. Or you could just keep doing partial water changes to dilute the color until more of the tannin is gone. The color is a cloudy brownish green.

Why does my turtle tank have so much algae?

Algae tend to grow well in turtle tanks because the waste that turtles produce acts as nutrients for the algae. First, make sure the turtle is in a large enough tank―a tank that’s too small can lead to waste products that are highly concentrated and perfect for algae growth.

How long does it take for no more algae to work?

Other helpful info: Usually takes a week before the full effect kicks in. Also, only seems to clear my aquarium for a month or two. Guess if you leave the lights on too long, the algae always is gonna find it’s way back.