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    Thread: Is this idea o.k. For turtles?

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      Is this idea o.k. For turtles?

      I am in the process of making a water Lilly pond. It will be 5x5x2 ft. It will have about 6 lilies. When I went to the pond store to buy another Lilly I saw that they had some turtles in the pond. It is not much bigger than what I have. Is it practicle to have a turtle or two in this sized pond? I have a pump and pressure filter rated for 700glns if there is filtration needed. I am also worried about raccoons. There have been some seen in the area so I am sure they are around. In addition to a sunning rock would a koi castle help make a he turtle happy and safe? If it is not a good idea I can let it go and just have a Lilly pond, but if I could give a turtle a nice home in addition that would be great. Please advise.
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      Turtles will eat your water lilies or any other plants that are in the pond. Plus they will leave your pond unless you have a fence to keep them in. Raccoons may be a problem. I have a full grown Peninsula Cooter Turtle and they put a lot of waste out. I would love for mine to be outside in my pond, but I know that wouldn't work with my lilies and I don't want a fence around the pond either.
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      In addition to the above, PLEASE DO NOT RELEASE PETS INTO THE WILD!!! If you decide to get a turtle and it doesn't work out, please rehome it.

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      To both Nancy and Tinyfisher, thanks for the advice. It was originally intended to just be a Lilly pond and that is what it will be. Should I decide on turtles at some later time I will be sure to research it and make sure it is a proper and safe home for them.

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