Cheap Reptology Turtle Topper Basking Platform

Cheap Reptology Turtle Topper Basking Platform
Reptology Turtle Topper Basking Platform
Brand: Reptology
Feature
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* Fits most standard rectangular tanks up to 55 gallons—12″wide
* No more filter restrictions & The Turtle Topper can not sink with the weight of your turtle(s)
* Use all filter types including hang on power filters
* takes the guess work out light/heat fixture placement
* FREE SHIPPING Within Continental US
Product Description
Cheap Reptology Turtle Topper Basking Platform, The Topper Turtle is an innovative and unique platform designed to meet the needs of most elephant turtles. Unlike other basking platforms, which are positioned inside hosts the turtle, the turtle topper is designed to sit on top of your tank shell, providing both you and your turtle with many advantages over traditional basking platforms. Since many aquatic turtles are active swimmers, the Turtle Topper allows you to maintain a level of deeper water, resulting in a happier and healthier turtle will be able to swim freely as in its natural environment. A deeper water level translates into a larger volume of water, which will then remain clean for a longer period of time. This provides a healthier environment for your pet turtle, making cleaning and maintenance easier for you. Soak with traditional platforms, where water levels are normally maintained below, you will find that your filtering options are normally limited to internal filters. The Topper Turtle, however, has no such restrictions. Elephant stimulates the metabolism of a tortoise, aids digestion and strengthens the immune system. An important feature of each turtle basking spot is that you carry your turtle out of water and dry completely, which is important for your turtle health. If a turtle elephant is unable to dry completely, can lead to health problems, including rotting shell and skin infections. The Topper Turtle is mounted on top of the tank allowing your turtle to dry completely. The Topper Turtle has two wheels mounting designed to make use of two terminals on lighting and the warmth of the case and UVA / UVB compact fluorescent lighting and handle the heating requirements of your turtle basking spot. With the correct bulbs turtles are the ideal distance to maximize the benefits of UVB and heat lamps.
Reptology Turtle Topper Basking Platform Review
I have my two red ear sliders in a 55 gallon tank, theryre about 4 to 5 inches across. I can fill the tank for maximum swimming space and they can go up to the “penthouse” for a nap via the ramp, stay dry with all the proper lighting and plenty of space for both of them to bask. The underneath underwater bench is where they sleep and rest during the night. They are secure and extremely happy little guys. We found them wandering around our back porch when they were no bigger then quarters. Today they live in the lap of luxury with their own penthouse. I highly recommend this topper to anyone with a tank. The suction cups on either side secure to most any size tank..I love this product and am so happy someone put it on the market! It beats those suction docks big time and the turtles stay completely dry, very important!
I purchased this product for my two RES and have loved it since it arrived. The turtles adjusted to it immediately, and bask on it several times a day. The plastic on top is sturdy and fits standard light clamps well, and the grate on top allows for easy access.
I have one very minor issue. When you have two lamps clamped, you can’t open the door on top. Sure, you can take the clamps off, but having to re-set up the lights the exact way you want after makes it not worth it. A door on the side would have been nice, but I really don’t have a problem just taking the top off. All in all, I absolutely love the Turtle Topper, and at around fifty bucks you really can’t go wrong. Great price for an amazing product, I can’t recommend it enough. Thank you Reptology!