Tetrafauna Decorative ReptoFilter for Frogs, Newts & Turtles, 55-gal
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The Tetrafauna Decorative ReptoFilter for Frogs, Newts & Turtles provides effective filtration for your tank and adds visual appeal at the same time. The rock-like structure hides a powerful filter that works in any aquarium up to 55 gallons. This three-stage Whisper filtration system helps keep the water crystal clear using medium ReptoFilter cartridges. Organic debris is trapped in the mesh covering of the cartridge, while the activated carbon absorbs odors and discoloration. As the filtered water flows over the rocks and back into the tank, it creates a soothing waterfall. Frogs, newts and turtles will all enjoy climbing to the top, which serves as a high basking area and also prevents animals from entering the filtration area.
Key Benefits- As the filtered water flows over the rocks and back into the tank, it creates a soothing waterfall.
- Keeps water clear with three-stage filtration (chemical, mechanical & biological).
- Removes odor, keeping your terrarium a clean, odor-free environment.
- The rock-like structure hides a powerful filter that works in any aquarium up to 55 gallons.
- Frogs, newts and turtles will all enjoy climbing to the top, which serves as a high basking area and also prevents animals from entering the filtration area.
Decorative ReptoFilter, (2) ReptoFilter medium cartridges, lid, O-ring, outflow tube with elbow fitting, 80 GPH pump.
Precautions
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND ANIMALS: Special care should be taken to avoid possible electric shock, since water is employed in the use of aquarium equipment. If the ReptoFilter appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage, immediately unplug it from the power source. Carefully examine the appliance after installation. Unplug the appliance if there is water on parts not intended to get wet. Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Always unplug the appliance from an outlet when it is not in use. Also, unplug it before cleaning, and prior to disconnecting or attaching parts. Never yank the cord to pull the plug from the outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. Do not use an appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do not use attachments that are not recommended or sold by the manufacturer; they may cause an unsafe condition. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather or to temperatures below freezing. If an extension cord is necessary, use a cord with a rating that matches or exceeds the rating of the appliance. A cord rated for fewer amperes or watts than the appliance rating may overheat. Arrange the cord so that it will not trip anybody, and that it will not be pulled in any way. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. To avoid injury, do not touch moving parts. Supervise children closely when they are near or using the appliance.
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Item Number105675
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Dimensions8.75 x 12.75 x 10.5 inches
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Weight7.5 pounds
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Reptile TypeAquatic Turtle, Frog, Newt
- Press outflow tube into pump discharge opening. Lubricate tube and adapters with water to ease tube assembly to pump.
- Slide O-ring over Elbow Fitting, keeping it approximately 1/4 inches from the end of the Elbow Fitting opening.
- Place assembled pump on the bottom of the Decorative ReptoFilter. Slide the overflow tube with O-ring into groove at top of the filter front. Slide down until O-ring sits at bottom of groove to form a watertight seal. Route pump cord through small notch at rear of filter top.
- Rinse cartridge filters under cold tap water to remove any carbon dust.
- Insert filter cartridges into slots on either side of pump and slide all the way down until seated on bottom.
- Place lid on filter.
- Place filter unit in corner of tank and fill until water level is between minimum and maximum line (levels are indicated on side of filter). Use a dechlorinator every time water is added to the tank. The ReptoFilters has intake holes close to the base of the unit. In order to prevent small animals from being sucked into the holes, it is recommended to add gravel to cover the holes.
- Plug in filter and create a drip loop.
Customer Reviews
76% Recommend
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Natural look, good filtration
By Brettster on Jun 30, 2021
This filter does a good job, looks natural and actually enhances your aquatic environment. I like the waterfall feature! I did have an issue with the filter arriving broken multiple times but customer service was extremely kind and helpful in replacing it free of charge! I finally got an undamaged unit. I do not believe it was due to any fault of Chewy's that they arrived damaged. Packing was superb!
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This filter is kinda okay but not really
By Ehhh on May 26, 2021
So i’ll start by saying that my Turtle, Master Splinter, loved this filter. It was his favorite spot to rest on top of inside his tank. I would catch him up there all day some days. Me on the other hand, didn’t care for this filter much if at all. It just wasn’t that great, it worked when it felt like it and when it didn’t feel like it, the tank got gross pretty quick. I did a deep clean of my turtles tank yesterday and it seems this filter hasn’t been doing much but be a running waterfall for his tank without the filtration. I wouldn’t recommend it, i mean it’s a cute waterfall but not a great filter at all.
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My frog loved it. Me, not so much
By Mike on May 24, 2021
My bullfrog adored this filter. She sat on top of it, hugged the side of it, laid under the waterfall and even stood leaning on it. However, the pump was too weak to draw water effectively. It was extremely difficult to clean, with sharp edges inside and recesses galore where mold and gunk would grow without physically scrubbing it. Plus it was much louder than the basic tetrafauna filter that I bought for the other side of the tank. All in all, a much better decoration than a real water filter.
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Turtle Must Have
By Melissa on Jul 15, 2021
This is my favorite by far, both as a filter system and a basking area. The depth of my tank is much higher than the max for this, I just built it up on some large stones.
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So adorable
By Minnieme103 on May 19, 2021
It’s so cute omg! It works perfectly for our tadpoles. Not too much currant so good for semi aquatic animals or animals that don’t like strong currant but are dirty (tadpoles lol) super easy assembly. Not noisy so my mom likes it. Will be easy to adapt for the adult frog tank as they grow. Only down side is it’s a lot taller than I thought it would be...
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Works great
By turtlemom on Jul 5, 2021
The water in my turtle tank is clear finally. This filter works great but the turtles don't climb it much - seems steep and they fall off.
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Dont waste your money!
By Marty on Apr 10, 2021
This filter does not have the flow rate to keep a tank clean. It was used in my turtle tank and just could not do the job. I pulled the filters after 1 week thinking they needed to be changed since the water and the base of the tank were so dirty and they looked brand new. I bought a different style of filtration system and after 15 minutes it was 50% cleaner and clearer then when we ran this one for a week. DO NOT BUY THIS SYSTEM!!
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It works but needs help
By Tania on Apr 21, 2021
It works but it needs help, those 2 little filters are not enough for a 40 Gallons of water even though I don't have 40 gallons of water in it. They need help to maintain the water clean. It looks good and gives the tank a nice view and my turtles like to climb on top of it. So they are happy, I m happy.
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This filter is great!
By sucker on Mar 1, 2021
I Bought a used version of this filter (at Goodwill) a few months ago and woks Great! Doesn't make much noise, Doesn't stink, Keeps the Aquarium for my Very dirty African Lungfish. Only thing Wrong with it is that is it makes a LOT of noise when water is at minimum water level, and when it is unplugged for more then 5-10 seconds you have to smack the filter and then put it back in the water. Another thing that keeps the water clean in my African Lungfish Aquarium is the Rosy red feeder fish he eats, and there are live plants in the Aquarium.
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Filter for turtle
By KK81 on Apr 9, 2021
I love the look of the water filter, but I just wish it had a docking area built into it or a place where the turtle can "hide" (like a cave). Reusable filters would be awesome too! But as The Rolling Stones say "You can't always get what you want".
