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Hi Irene, typically a UVB bulb would be 13W/25W/50W. The wattage also indicates the heat emitted by the bulbs. It…
Hi, I read with interest what you have posted, and must say your post really opened my eyes to having…
Hi, back with a question: any way to reduce nitrate levels other than a water change? We just changed half…
Thanks! We added some chlorine remover, and they seemed to get better, but it’s hard to say for sure… just…
Hi Alex, the likely cause would be the chlorine. It is not fatal but it irritates. Do you use water…
Hi, thank you for this website, it’s been very helpful. I just set up a basic 60cm tank+filter+uvb light for…
i believe the turtles are red ear sliders
hi im quite intrested of adopting the lil terrapin i have alot of questions like how is the condition of…
It is a red eared slider, other wise known as singaporean turtle
I’m glad you found a suitable vet! To be frank, because these turtles are bred an large numbers, the health…
Thanks. The Animal Doctors didn’t have a vet who can see my terrapin. I ended up going to Island Vet…
Hi Jon. I have only experienced going to Animal Doctors, but you will have to call them first as vets…
Thanks for this site. Wish my wife read your articles before buying terrapins for my kids. One of the terrapins…
Thank you Elaine! Many people buy turtles without knowing the eventuality of owning such a pet. I hope this site…
Hi Evelyn, there are no adoption organisations for turtles. Best you can do is post it on Facebook terrapin groups…
Can you tell me what species is the terrapin from the picture above?
Thank you so much for this page!!!! I just happened to stumble upon it but I’m sharing it on as…
Please advise where in Singapore can I put palm-sized terrapins up for adoption. Thank you.
Hi Dhillon, bringing back your turtle will depend more on Malaysia’s restrictions than Singapore’s. Bring a pet to Singapore may…
Hi, I have always wanted to have a turtle since young.. I am ready now, I am a Malaysian, now…
Hi Shaz, it is best to give it up for adoption, people who take in big turtles generally know what…
Hi Christopher, it is best if you put it up for adoption. Turtle farm used to be in Chinese Garden…
Hi, we currently have few terrapins and two of them have already grown (2yrs) to the length of 20cm &…
Hi, I think I’m 4 years late to see this post. My mum bought 2 terrapins for my little sister,…
I’m glad you took the time to research and reconsider your options. They can be great pets, but definitely not…
Thank you, I was considering buying a turtle as an easy pet for the kids and I miss pets but…
Thank you, Chantale. Hope it made a difference!
Just began my journey with keeping these little “turtles”. Really like your insightful advice.
Singapore Turtle Care 
Hi Alex, sorry for the delayed response. Nitrate of 20-40ppm is acceptable. Nitrate levels can also be reduced by adding…