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      • Aquarium Bacteria Starter
      • Nitrate in Freshwater Aquarium
      • Nitrate in Saltwater Aquarium
      • Cloudy Water
      • Green Water
    • Gear Help
      • Gear Overviews
      • Aquarium Tanks
      • LED Aquarium Lighting
        • For Coral Growth
        • For Plant Growth
        • For a Refugium
      • Aquarium Filter
        • Canister
        • For Turtle Tank
        • The Quietest
        • Floss
      • Aquarium Heater
      • Substrate for Planted Tanks
      • Aquarium Plant Fertilizer
      • Aquarium Powerhead
      • Aquarium CO2 Regulator
      • Aquarium UV Sterilizer
      • Aquarium RO DI System
  • Freshwater Aquarium
    • Freshwater Care Overviews
    • Freshwater Fish Ideas
      • Freshwater Fish Guides
      • Best for Beginners
      • Most Colorful Species
      • Species For a Small 5-Gallon Tank
      • Betta Fish
      • Goldfish
      • Freshwater Shrimp
      • Angel Fish
      • Discus Fish
      • Oscar Fish
      • Cory Catfish
      • Cichlids
      • Rainbowfish
      • Freshwater Snails
      • Freshwater Turtles
      • Plecos
      • Pet Eels
      • Pet Sharks
      • Smallest Species
      • Easiest Species To Take Care of
      • Community Species
      • Cold Water Species
      • Species That Eat Snails
      • Hair Algae Eaters
      • Coolest Species
  • Saltwater Aquarium
    • Saltwater Care Overviews
    • Saltwater Fish Ideas
      • Saltwater Fish Guides
      • Reef Safe Species
      • Algae Eaters
      • Small & Nano Species
  • Fish Health
    • Fish Diseases
    • White Spots
    • Treating Freshwater Ich
    • Treating Saltwater Ich
    • Nitrate Poisoning
    • Swimming Upside-Down
  • Aquatic Profiles
    • Angel Fish
    • Betta Fish
    • Cichlids
    • Cory Catfish
    • Discus Fish
    • Freshwater Shrimp
    • Freshwater Snails
    • Freshwater Turtles
    • Goldfish
    • Guppies
    • Oscar Fish
    • Plecos
    • Rainbowfish
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Freshwater Turtles

In this category, you’ll find a collection of resources that focus on taking care of and solving problems with pet Angel Fish specifically.

Learn about the distinct traits of Angel Fish and how to make their aquarium setting work for them.

This is a sub-category of the main category about freshwater aquariums.

Stripe-necked Musk Turtle (Sternotherus minor peltifer): Compact, Hardy, and Full of Character

Looking for a small, low-maintenance turtle? The Stripe-Necked Musk Turtle is perfect if you have a small setup or a special love for aquatic reptiles.

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Chinese Softshell Turtle (Pelodiscus sinensis): A Fast, Flexible Aquatic Predator

Come learn about the unique world of the Chinese Softshell Turtle! Everything from how to care for, feed, and house to breeding and providing health care for this quirky aquatic reptile in a home setup.

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Western Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta bellii): A Vibrant and Hardy Aquatic Species

The Western Painted Turtle is a subspecies of Painted Turtle that is perfect for aquarists of all levels. The expert tips in this guide prepares you to keep Western Painted Turtles in a home aquarium or outdoor pond, Including identification, tank setup, healthcare, breeding instructions, and much more!

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Southern Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta dorsalis): A Colorful and Calm Aquatic Companion

Chrysemys picta dorsalis is a beautiful Painted Turtle subspecies perfect for aquarists of all levels. The expert tips in this guide prepares you to keep Southern Painted Turtles in a home aquarium or outdoor pond. Including identification, tank setup, healthcare, breeding instructions, and much more!

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Spotted Turtle (Clemmys guttata): Care Guide for This Endearing North American Native

Expert tips for keeping the endangered Spotted Turtle in a home aquarium or outdoor pond. Including identification, tank setup, healthcare, special breeding instructions, and much more!

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Loggerhead Musk Turtle (Sternotherus minor): Care Guide for This Compact Bottom-Dweller

Come find out the secrets behind the Loggerhead Musk Turtle’s unique features and the care requirements for successful maintenance in a home aquarium or pond.

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Yellow-Bellied Slider (Trachemys scripta scripta): A Vibrant & Energetic Aquatic Pet

The Yellow-Bellied Slider is an active, long-lived turtle with bold yellow markings. Come learn about its care, diet, habitat and much more to keep this freshwater pet thriving!

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Reeves’ Turtle (Mauremys reevesii): A Hardy & Ancient Freshwater Companion

Long-term care tips for the delicate Chinese Pond Turtle suitable for aquarists of all levels. Including identification, tank setup, healthcare, special breeding instructions, and much more. Check it out!

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Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta): A Colorful & Hardy Semi-Aquatic Pet

Distinguish between four species of Painted Turtles like an expert and provide each one with the best care and maintenance from the tips in this guide!

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Complete Guide to Turtle Food: What to Feed and Why It Matters

A comprehensive guide on the right foods and a balanced diet that will help your pet turtles live up to their maximum potential in optimal health. 

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