New pet

[Amaranthus]

I have a 60x40 (in cm) unused tank and I want to get a pet to put in it.
I was thinking about getting a leopard gecko, but I'd have to buy a lot of stuff to make that work, and my mom really doesn't want it, so that's off the table.
Any ideas?

[MsMarvelDuckie]

Considering what forum you're on? I'd say the answer is obvious! A turtle! (A small one like a box turtle or wood turtle maybe?) Interestingly, I also have an empty tank, a ten gallon one, and was thinking of getting a small critter for it. it's already got some gravel and other stuff, a tank light top, and a lid, though that might need to be replaced. Hubby suggests a tarantula. I want a turtle or small lizard. Can't decide.....

[Amaranthus]

Originally Posted by MsMarvelDuckie

Considering what forum you're on? I'd say the answer is obvious! A turtle! (A small one like a box turtle or wood turtle maybe?) Interestingly, I also have an empty tank, a ten gallon one, and was thinking of getting a small critter for it. it's already got some gravel and other stuff, a tank light top, and a lid, though that might need to be replaced. Hubby suggests a tarantula. I want a turtle or small lizard. Can't decide.....

Those tanks are way too small for a turtle. I'm probably getting shrimp.
If you're going for a lizard I suggest a gecko or something. No idea how big a 10 gallon tank actually is but it's definitely not big enough for a turtle.

[MsMarvelDuckie]

"Standard" size aquarium. Like the ones you see in pet shops. They use them for everything from snakes and lizards to mice, fish, spiders, and everything in between.

[Candy Kappa]

If you want a leopard gecko, and feel that you are responsible enough to take care off a pet, you should have a proper talk with your mother about pets and leopard geckos. Off what I've read, they are relatively easy to maintain and care for and have several websites dedicated to their care and needs. And your tank seems to be within the limits for a leopard gecko's home.

As for turtles, they can be quite costly depending off what turtle you get. And you're gonna have to get a new tank, by your measurements I assume it's a tank under 100 liters (circa 75l)? A good minimum tank would be 150 liters, or 40 gallon for a single turtle. And the tank should have some length to it. And aquatic turtles require filters which is something that have to be invested into, minimum a external filter intended for a aquarium three times the size. I use a Fluval Fx5 which is intended for 1500 liter tanks. And most turtles don't stay small for long, so it's good to look into how big each breed gets.

personally, I'd recommend a box turtle or a tortoise and avoid filter units and water changing.

As for other reptiles, bearded dragons are really cool, and they can be very social and easy to pet with.

[Amaranthus]

Originally Posted by MsMarvelDuckie

"Standard" size aquarium. Like the ones you see in pet shops. They use them for everything from snakes and lizards to mice, fish, spiders, and everything in between.

I have no idea what standard size is. Loggerhead musk turtles are about the smallest turtles you can get and they need 80x40 at least.

[Amaranthus]

Originally Posted by Candy Kappa

If you want a leopard gecko, and feel that you are responsible enough to take care off a pet, you should have a proper talk with your mother about pets and leopard geckos. Off what I've read, they are relatively easy to maintain and care for and have several websites dedicated to their care and needs. And your tank seems to be within the limits for a leopard gecko's home.

As for turtles, they can be quite costly depending off what turtle you get. And you're gonna have to get a new tank, by your measurements I assume it's a tank under 100 liters (circa 75l)? A good minimum tank would be 150 liters, or 40 gallon for a single turtle. And the tank should have some length to it. And aquatic turtles require filters which is something that have to be invested into, minimum a external filter intended for a aquarium three times the size. I use a Fluval Fx5 which is intended for 1500 liter tanks. And most turtles don't stay small for long, so it's good to look into how big each breed gets.

personally, I'd recommend a box turtle or a tortoise and avoid filter units and water changing.

As for other reptiles, bearded dragons are really cool, and they can be very social and easy to pet with.

Box turtles and bearded dragons both need more than 60x40. I mentioned leopard geckos in the OP and my mom won't let me get one. Shrimp will end up saving me a lot of money and they're still awesome.

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

Pet rock. Very easy maintenance, and they can survive for MONTHS if you forget to feed them.

[Amaranthus]

Originally Posted by CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy

Pet rock. Very easy maintenance, and they can survive for MONTHS if you forget to feed them.

If I get a rock it'll be to bash your head in with it.

[MsMarvelDuckie]

20x13 in or 50x33 cm rectangular tank. The size most commonly used for displays in pet shops- hence "standard" size. Have you ever seen the fish tanks they use? That size- maybe not a turtle for that size, though I'd love to get one. (I don't really have room for anything bigger we live in an apartment, and space is minimal with furniture and such.)

[Candy Kappa]

Originally Posted by MsMarvelDuckie

"Standard" size aquarium. Like the ones you see in pet shops. They use them for everything from snakes and lizards to mice, fish, spiders, and everything in between.

10 gallons is way too small for a turtle. Bare minimum is 40 gallons, preferably a breeder tank.

[Amaranthus]

Originally Posted by MsMarvelDuckie

20x13 in or 50x33 cm rectangular tank. The size most commonly used for displays in pet shops- hence "standard" size. Have you ever seen the fish tanks they use? That size- maybe not a turtle for that size, though I'd love to get one. (I don't really have room for anything bigger we live in an apartment, and space is minimal with furniture and such.)

That should be enough for at least a few housegeckos. Not enough for 4 though.

[Powder]

Originally Posted by Amaranthus

If I get a rock it'll be to bash your head in with it.

If that's your response to an innocent joke, you probably aren't the kind of person who should even have a pet.

[Amaranthus]

Originally Posted by Powder

If that's your response to an innocent joke, you probably aren't the kind of person who should even have a pet.

Yes because I obviously really want to bash his head. Violent responses are my gimmick.

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

Originally Posted by Amaranthus

Yes because I obviously really want to bash his head. Violent responses are my gimmick.

I got exactly the reaction I wanted.

Besides, if he tried to bash my head in with a leopard gecko, it's hurt the gecko more than me. I think a pet rock is safe for him.

[Amaranthus]

Originally Posted by CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy

I got exactly the reaction I wanted.

Besides, if he tried to bash my head in with a leopard gecko, it's hurt the gecko more than me. I think a pet rock is safe for him.

Reminds me of some pretty funny comics a friend of mine once drew.
I can PM you them if you want. They're hilarious.

[PangolinFeets]

I've had a ton of tank pets.

Little lizards like geckos and anoles are nice, but they pretty sensitive and have a habit of just dying out of nowhere for a myriad of reasons. I found turtles and snakes to be hardier. Amphibians are good for small tanks because they usually don't get big and the tanks only usually require a good filter for water sections. Plus then you can splash in friendly fish or other species and maybe have a bitty terrarium. Spiders also make pretty hardy pets, just be prepared if you have a female. Males have a super short lifespan, but females can live 10+ years.

I guess it depends on what you're interested in. But a shrimp sounds great. Just be careful to keep the water level low. I had one that used to escape its tank. XD

[Amaranthus]

Originally Posted by PangolinFeets

I've had a ton of tank pets.

Little lizards like geckos and anoles are nice, but they pretty sensitive and have a habit of just dying out of nowhere for a myriad of reasons. I found turtles and snakes to be hardier. Amphibians are good for small tanks because they usually don't get big and the tanks only usually require a good filter for water sections. Plus then you can splash in friendly fish or other species and maybe have a bitty terrarium. Spiders also make pretty hardy pets, just be prepared if you have a female. Males have a super short lifespan, but females can live 10+ years.

I guess it depends on what you're interested in. But a shrimp sounds great. Just be careful to keep the water level low. I had one that used to escape its tank. XD

I'm getting at least 10.

[PangolinFeets]

Originally Posted by Amaranthus

I'm getting at least 10.

I realized I meant crayfish. Lol I've never had shrimp.

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

Originally Posted by Amaranthus

I'm getting at least 10.

If you get tired of taking care of them, you can eat them.