Musk Turtle Care Guide
Sternotherus odoratus
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Bioload Score
8000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 13.0 cm / 5.1"
- Temperature
- 20–25°C (68–78°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 150L (40 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- North America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous; feeds on commercial pellets, insects, and fish.
Community Compatibility
Requires a well-filtered aquarium with a basking area and UVB lighting.
Good to Know
Musk Turtles are small, hardy turtles known for their musk glands, which they use as a defense mechanism.
Gender Differences
Males have longer tails and a more pronounced vent.
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