Aquatic Turtle Aquarium and Pond Accessories
These are the pieces that finish an aquatic turtle tank or pond: floating docks and piers for basking, logs and islands for hiding, plus décor and practical add-ons. Once you’ve chosen an enclosure and basic filtration, this is the place to give your turtles a safe, dry basking spot and a more interesting environment. Many items also work for small aquatic frogs, newts, and salamanders in mixed aquatic setups.
Choosing Accessories
- Start with basking space. Pick a dock, log, or pier that lets your turtle get completely out of the water without crowding the tank.
- Match size to tank or pond. Mini docks and compact islands suit baby turtles and small aquariums; larger piers and pond docks fit adult turtles, big tanks, and outdoor ponds.
- Plan for water level changes. Self-leveling docks and floating piers stay usable as water evaporates and refills.
- Add comfort and control. Layer in décor like plants, gravel, and floating rocks, then support it with water conditioners, heaters, and thermometers and thermostats to keep conditions stable.
- Build out the full setup. Standard glass tanks can be upgraded with piers and docks, while purpose-built Waterland Tubs and a good mix of tortoise and turtle dry and canned foods round out a complete turtle system.
Featured Products
Great for Small Tanks & Young Turtles
- Zoo Med Mini Turtle Dock - Compact floating dock with ramp, ideal for baby turtles in smaller aquariums.
- Exo Terra Turtle Island Croc - Crocodile-shaped floating island that adds character and a basking spot to small setups.
- Penn Plax Turtle Pier Basking Platform – Small - Adjustable pier that floats at water level and preserves swimming space below.
For Larger Aquariums & Ponds
- Zoo Med Floating Turtle Log - Natural-style floating log that doubles as a hide and resting area.
- Penn Plax Turtle Pier Basking Platform – Large - Roomy pier with slide ramp for adult turtles and 20-gallon-plus tanks.
- Zoo Med Turtle Pond Dock - Self-leveling 12" × 24" dock with submerged ramp, built for ponds and oversized enclosures.
- $8.99 each
Size: 10 Gallon 5 x 11 1/4"
The Zoo Med Turtle Dock is a great new product for your turtles to bask on! It has a unique self leveling feature that[...]adjusts to all water levels. The submerged ramp allows turtles easy access to a dry area. Also great for newts and frogs!
- $59.99 each
Size: 12 x 24"
The Zoo Med Turtle Dock® and Turtle Pond Dock® are unique floating docks for aquatic turtles to bask on. A self-leveling feature automatically adjusts to all water levels.
- $11.99 each
Size: 6 x 3.25 x 3.2"
The natural looking Floating Aquarium Log provides security, comfort, and stress reduction for aquatic turtles, newts, frogs, mudskippers, and tropical fish.
- $29.99 each
Size: 12 x 7 x 6"
Bottom weighted turtle log that looks great and allows your turtle to climb on top of the log without rolling over! Great for smaller aquatic turtles up to 4 inches!
- $15.99 each
Size: 6.54" x 4.88" x 1.3"
The Exo Terra Turtle Bank is a unique floatation basking area for aquatic turtles. Held in place by magnets, the Exo Terra Turtle Bank can be positioned in the corner of the terrarium to maximize swimming area.
- $3.49 each
Replacement magnets for the Exo Terra Turtle Banks
- $9.99 each
Size: 8 x 4 1/2"
Exo Terra's Turtle Island features a Crocodile as a floating platform for small water turtles.
- $9.99 each
Size: 8 x 5"
Exo Terra's Turtle Island features a Hippopotamus as a floating platform for small water turtles.
- $12.99 each
Size: 8 x 5"
Exo Terra's Turtle Island features a Red-eared Slider as a floating platform for small water turtles.
- $24.99 each
Size: Up to 12" in height
This innovative turtle tank accessory will float at the water level, accommodating evaporation, as well as your turtle's need to bask. Features an E-Z slide ramp for easy access, optional filter holder, and a filter cord port to keep your tank neat
- $89.99 each
Size: 17 x 14 x 10"
Includes a basking platform with ramp, an underwater resting platform, adjustable suction cup holders, see-through cover, screen access door and lamp fixture mounting rims for easy basking lamp installation. Great design!
- $34.99 each
Size: Extends to 16" high
This innovative turtle tank accessory will float at the water level, accomodating evaporation, as well as your turtle's need to bask. Features an E-Z slide ramp for easy access. Fits aquariums 20 gallons and larger.
- $29.99 each
Size: 17.5 x 6"
Ideal for small-mid size aquatic turtles, frogs, newts & salamanders. Strong suction cups to keep platform in desired location. Durable acrylic design and easy to clean too!
- $8.49 each
Extremely realistic replicas of real plants. Easy to clean and maintain!
- $2.49 each
Size: 2.25 ounces
Removes cloramines, chlorine, and toxic ammonia. Detoxifies nitrates. Helps in hydrating new animals!
- $3.99 each
Size: 4.25 ounces
Removes cloramines, chlorine, and toxic ammonia. Detoxifies nitrates. Helps in hydrating new animals!
- $5.99 each
Size: 8.75 ounces
Removes cloramines, chlorine, and toxic ammonia. Detoxifies nitrates. Helps in hydrating new animals!
- $29.99 each
Size: 64 ounce
Removes cloramines, chlorine, and toxic ammonia. Detoxifies nitrates. Helps in hydrating new animals!
- $2.59 each
Turtle Boneâ„¢ is a natural floating source of calcium for all species of aquatic and terrestrial turtles and tortoises.
- $6.99 each
Waterproof: Completely Submersible! Digital readout faces forward in the tank. Suction cups to the glass. Spare battery included. Perfect for both fresh and saltwater tanks!
- $19.99 each
Size: 50 watts, up to 15 gallons of water
Zoo Med's Turtletherm Aquatic Turtle Heater is fully submersible and keeps up to 15 gallons of water at 78°F (26°C).
- $21.99 each
Size: 100 watts. up to 30 gallons of water
Zoo Med's Turtletherm Aquatic Turtle Heater is fully submersible and keeps up to 30 gallons of water at 78°F (26°C).
- $33.99 each
Size: 150 watts up to 50 gallons of water
Zoo Med's Turtletherm Aquatic Turtle Heater is fully submersible and keeps water at 78°F (26°C).
- $39.99 each
Size: 300 watts up to 100 gallons of water
Zoo Med's Turtletherm Aquatic Turtle Heater is fully submersible and keeps water at 78°F (26°C).
- $30.99 each
For up to 15 gallon aquariums. Fluval "M" series premium submersible aquarium heaters are quality manufactured using superior components and construction.
- $32.99 each
For up to 30 gallon aquariums. Fluval "M" series premium submersible aquarium heaters are quality manufactured using superior components and construction.
- $34.99 each
For use up to 45 gallon aquariums. Fluval "M" series premium submersible aquarium heaters are quality manufactured using superior components and construction.
- $36.99 each
For up to 65 gallon aquariums. Fluval "M" series premium submersible aquarium heaters are quality manufactured using superior components and construction.
- $38.99 each
For up to 80 gallon aquariums. Fluval "M" series premium submersible aquarium heaters are quality manufactured using superior components and construction.
- $29.99 each
Size: 100 watts
This fully submersible heater is preset to 78 degrees and shatter resistant. Each unit is encased in a permeable cover that protects your animal from direct contact with the heater.
- $119.99 each
Size: 40" x 22" x 16"
The Zoo Med Turtle Tub is the ideal "in-between" size that is good for most aquatic turtles, and is easy to ship. The bulkhead drains that we sell for the waterland tubs work for this tub as well!
- $299.99 each
Size: Tub is 40 x 22 x 16"
Ideal complete setup including everything you need to get a beautiful, natural turtle environment!
- $8.99 each
Size: 4 x 3.5 x 3"
The natural looking Floating Aquarium Log provides security, comfort, and stress reduction for aquatic turtles, newts, frogs, mudskippers, and tropical fish. The hallow resin log floats just at the surface so that turtles can bask on top of it or hide sub
- $18.99 each
Size: 10 pounds
Exo Terra Turtle Pebbles are smooth river pebbles that have rounded over time in fast moving rivers. The smooth pebbles prevent injury to bottom dwelling or foraging turtles. The variations of colors and patterns create a natural looking riverbed.
- $17.99 each
Size: 10 pounds
Exo Terra Turtle Pebbles are smooth river pebbles that have rounded over time in fast moving rivers. The smooth pebbles prevent injury to bottom dwelling or foraging turtles. The variations of colors and patterns create a natural looking riverbed.
- $4.99 each
Designed to resemble its natural counterpart, the Exo Terra Moss Ball contains a special absorption resin that helps reduce many of the compounds that encourage unsightly organic matter accumulation.
- $7.99 each
Size: 8 ounces
Fluker Farms Eco Clean all natural waste remover is ideal for removing waste and uneaten food in you aquatic animal's environment.
- $1.59 each
Size: 1.4oz
Zoo Med Aquatic Turtle Banquet Block is both a food and calcium supplement in one. The base is made of calcium that helps neutralizes acidic water and prevents common diseases of aquatic turtles.
- $8.99 each
Industrial strength magnetic suction cup with interchangeable clips. Never replace your suctions cups again! Includes 6 assorted sizes of nylon clips to hold all types of aquarium accessories like canister filter outlet tubes, aquarium heaters,etc
- $25.99 each
Includes a Mini Deep Dome Lamp and a 50 watt Turtle Tuff Bulb
- $9.99 each
Self adhesive support base for the Exo Terra Turtle Fixture
- $6.49 each
Size: 4oz
Exo Terra Turtle Clean is a 100% biological turtle habitat cleaner that when used on a weekly basis helps control odors and break down solid organic waste.
- $9.99 each
Size: 8.4oz
Exo Terra Turtle Clean is a 100% biological turtle habitat cleaner that when used on a weekly basis helps control odors and break down solid organic waste.
- $6.49 each
Suction cup adheres rock to side of tank. Perfect for growing moss and grass too!
- $10.99 each
Free floating rock on nylon line for a wonderful natural look in your aquarium. Perfect for growing moss or grass too!
- $19.99 each
Free floating rocks on nylon line for a wonderful natural look in your aquarium. Perfect for growing moss or grass too!
- $17.99 each
Size: 6" 25 watts
Designed for glass and plastic aquariums from 5 to 8 gallons. Preset at 77 degrees. Submersible. Fresh and marine aquariums
- $19.99 each
Size: 7" 50 watts
Automatically sets and maintains your desired temperature. For 10 gallon aquariums. Accurate to 1 degree. Fully submersible. Factory set to 76 degrees. Just plug it in!
- $20.99 each
Size: 8" 100 watts
Automatically sets and maintains your desired temperature. For 20 gallon aquariums. Accurate to 1 degree. Fully submersible. Factory set to 76 degrees. Just plug it in!