Penn-Plax Turtle Topper Above Tank Basking Platform, 14-in
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The Penn-Plax Turtle Topper Above Tank Basking Platform provides a unique spot for turtles to bask on top of their tank. Aquatic turtles are naturally avid swimmers that prefer deep water. Because the Turtle Topper sits on top, you can fill the tank completely so your turtle can enjoy swimming throughout the entire tank. It’s made to support the weight of multiple or larger turtles without sinking, which helps keep them dry as they bask. Two mounting rims are included to attach clamp lamps for optimal basking.
Key Benefits- Provides a unique spot for turtles to bask on top of their tank
- Because the Turtle Topper sits on top, you can fill the tank completely so your turtle can enjoy swimming throughout the entire tank
- Made to support the weight of multiple or larger turtles without sinking, which helps keep them dry as they bask
- Two mounting rims are included to attach clamp lamps for optimal basking
- Fits most tanks up to 55 gallons
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Item Number103786
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Dimensions17.5 x 14.25 x 6.5 inches
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BrandN/A
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MaterialPlastic
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Reptile TypeAquatic Turtle
Healthy Habitat Recommendations
Please allow your turtle time to adjust to its new basking platform. A turtle's natural desire and need to bask will draw it to use the Turtle Topper.
Hatchling turtles generally require water that is shallower. A good general rule is to use the Turtle Topper with turtles that have a minimum shell size of four inches.
The Turtle Topper ramp is designed with a maximum water level indicator. It is important to NOT fill your tank above this level. With the water at this level, your turtle should not be able to escape. It is advisable to not place any items such as tall plants or other décor in your turtle's tank that the turtle can use as a footing to climb out. However, you can also retrofit a screen cover or other materials to make a top for the open space to prevent escape if necessary or to prevent children or other pets from having access to the tank.
Lighting
The Turtle Topper is designed to be used with two (2) 5.5" clamp lamp fixtures (not included). A good general guideline is to use a 75 watt basking/heat bulb in one (1) fixture and a 5.0 compact UVB bulb in the other fixture. Always research the specific requirements of your turtle.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Periodically remove the Turtle Topper from the turtle tank and clean with a reptile safe cleaning product or use a mild soap or dishwashing detergent. In order to disinfect and sterilize the Turtle-Topper, it is also recommended to clean with a diluted bleach solution of approximately one (1) cup bleach to one (1) gallon of water. Make sure to rinse completely and allow to air dry before placing the unit back on your turtle's tank.
Are Penn-Plax products safe for my pet?
Yes! Penn-Plax goes to great lengths to ensure that all of the products we manufacture are produced with the safety of your pets in mind.
I recently purchased one of your Turtle Topper basking platforms, and my turtle(s) are scared to use it! What can I do?
Turtles are sometimes very apprehensive about new aspects of their environment, and that definitely includes basking platforms, too! A sure fire way to get your turtle(s) acclimated to their new Turtle Topper is to put a treat, or some of their food into the Turtle Topper. Even the most apprehensive turtles love the Turtle Topper once they're used to it inside their habitat.
Customer Reviews
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great idea but poor design
By okay on Feb 6, 2021
Love the idea! Huge area to "sun bathe" but my turtle can't get up the ramp so never enters the top...if I place him in the basking area he walks around and seems happy but when its time for him to go back swimming he seems to be rocket launched into the water...in my opinion the ramp is to steep and not long enough...really wish this would work better...
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Perfect for my red slider
By Cooknteach on Feb 19, 2021
My 2 year old red slider loves his new basking platform. He was getting too heavy for the floating one and I wasn't feeling handy enough to create my own. It took him a few days to go on the platform so don't worry. He also utilizes the underwater platform quite a bit.
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Great Product!
By Frenchie on Jan 14, 2021
My turtles love their basking area. At first they were a little skeptical, but that’s normal because this is new to their environment. They were on it within 2 to 3 days and now they’re on there almost all day. It fits my 20 gallon long tank perfectly and it is super easy to assemble.
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Good product
By Taetae on Feb 4, 2021
It’s a great product but where do you put your lamp at and when you open the latch to the gate it hits the lamp so you have to move your lamp out the way. Also my turtles never in there. They don’t use it at all.
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Disappointed
By Mjm323 on Jan 29, 2021
The ramp is too short for my setup. Wish they offered a longer option. If I were too fill to water level indicated my turtle would more than likely be able to exit the tank. Other than that it would have been great
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It is okay!!
By Jenn on Feb 8, 2021
The water level has to be so high my turtle was able to climb out of the tank. I had to rig something to put over the opening. Overall my turtle loves it though.
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My turtle LOVES this
By filmcutterguy on Jan 22, 2021
When I first set this up, my turtle was hesitant in using it, but after a few days, it's his favorite spot. I love watching him bask in the light!!!
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My painted turtle loves it!
By Ariel on Oct 25, 2020
I have an adult Midwestern painted turtle who prefers to sleep dry. She previously had a zoomed floater but it just didn't seem sturdy enough to her liking. Since she is a new pet I've been doing research on her care and the YouTube page Turtle Girl did a review on them and sold me. It fits perfectly on top of her 55 gallon tank, easy for her to get up and down and move around. She took to it immediately. She is a bit over 5 inches long and 5 inches wide. Now she can glare at the cat on their neighboring tower to her hearts content.
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I Love It (HIGHLY RECOMMEND)
By Dijah on Nov 28, 2020
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, I have two red eared slider turtles and they love it , they were scared at first but read something and it just said that “they needed to build courage because they not use to be away from the water that long” but they love it. And the use every part of it including the underwater dock. Definitely recommend this for all turtle parents
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The Humans and the Turtles Love It
By Gerril on Nov 6, 2020
Fits well on our aquarium and is very stable. The turtles go right up on it to bask and skitter right off when they feel the need. Gives them so much more space in the water. The big surprise was that the turtles spend most of their time on the platform that hangs underneath the Turtle Topper, maybe because it's close to the air and easy to breathe. This Topper is working out well for us.
