AboutAlex Kline Expertise I can answer a wide variety of questions(provided that the questioner gives detail) If I am unable to ask the question I will research it thoroughly and report my findings. I deal mostly with cichlids and most sorts of tropical fish. I also work with aquatic plants and the landscaping of them.
I also run a fish website(www.worldwidefishassociation.com) where I help many people too. I would like everyone to take into account my experience as to others, I do not wish false information to be given to you at the cost of your fish's life.
Experience I am in charge of an aquatic fish site called WWFA. I have kept a wide variety of fish that includes, Oscars, jack dempseys, betta, african butterfly fish, and many other fishes. I also do research on certain aquatic plants and aquatic structures.
Organizations I belong to WWFA(World Wide Fish Association)
Publications WWFA
Education/Credentials I am currently in high school looking into college for marine biology or ichthyology.
Past/Present Clients I have had many past clients and am looking forward to a future of more.
Expert: Alex Kline Date: 7/6/2007 Subject: Turtle and fish
Question QUESTION: I am planning on getting a red eared slider turtle and I also want tetra (fish) do you think it would be ok if I kept my turtle and my tetra in the same tank?
ANSWER: no as first of all the turtle may eat the tetra. Another is that the turtle need not as high of a depth as a tetra does. All in all they should not go together.
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QUESTION: Is there any turtle that is about 6" or smaller that would be ok with tetra? Also is there any fish that would do ok with a red eared slider turtle? What are my options if I want fish and a turtle that is about 6" or smaller in the same tank?
Answer Im sure there is a turtle that is small like that but I would not know as I work with fish, if you like I can ask my grandfather who works at reptile land and Im sure he would know. Now the fish part. All I can really think of is goldfish, they are cold water as a turtle is and they also are cheap in case they are eaten. So its a case of yes it would work but not for the best. If you would like me to get back to you with the turtle that is small contact me again.
