We have loved our red eared slider, Jameson, for over three years now. But unfortunatly we will be moving soon and cannot take her with us. I would love to find a new home for her, as it will be very difficult for us to leave her.
Would like to sell tank, stand, filters, and all other equipment, but our main goal is to find a new home for her. The tank is 40 gallon.
Please contact me at rcnunner@gmail.com if you are interested in giving our girl a new home or purchasing all equipment. I also have pictures I can send if interested.
Thanks!
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Posted 03 February 2012 - 08:28 AM
Just some suggestions to help you move your setup.
Most of the TT people are long time experienced keepers and breeders. They will want to know the size of your turtle in straight carapace length (SCL) from the tail end of the carapace to the head end, but not including the curve. Also the age if she was more than a hatchling when you got her 3 years ago.
As to the tank, dimensions are important. Is it a 40 long (48 inches, left to right) or a 40 breeder (about 36 inches, left to right). You might do well to itemize the brand, type and size filter and lights you have for the setup as well.
A used 40 long in good condition should bring you at least $65, possibly closer to $90. A used cannister-type filter depending on condition, age, and size should get at least another $50.00. If you have cover and lights maybe another $0 to $60. I would caution you that if you sell the equipment for too little, someone might buy your turtle and setup but not want the turtle. A number of conservationist types believe that the RES is the most prolifically invasive animals in the world and might (reiterate might) dispose of the turtle if they got the setup for a really good price.
Also - consider putting your post in the Turtle Times Classifieds on the forum - you'll get more views. I would suggest putting in both "Turtles" and "Cages, Equipment...". Your new membership to TT should allow you to post to the classifieds.
Consider putting your location - City and State. You won't be shipping an aquarium tank so selling the tank and filters will likely be to people from your local area or a reasonable drive..
If you get an inquiry for just the turtle, that would be good. It would indicate real interest in the turtle and not just the setup. Without the turtle you could sell the setup locally on Craig's List a little more easily. I see that when PetCo sells RES, they typically go for $20 to $30. They are ubiquitous on Craig's List, even for free, so you may not be able to move the turtle without the setup.
I'm not trying to tell you your business - just give you some suggestions to increase your chances of moving your turtle to a good keeper.
Paul (Cheloniphile)
Most of the TT people are long time experienced keepers and breeders. They will want to know the size of your turtle in straight carapace length (SCL) from the tail end of the carapace to the head end, but not including the curve. Also the age if she was more than a hatchling when you got her 3 years ago.
As to the tank, dimensions are important. Is it a 40 long (48 inches, left to right) or a 40 breeder (about 36 inches, left to right). You might do well to itemize the brand, type and size filter and lights you have for the setup as well.
A used 40 long in good condition should bring you at least $65, possibly closer to $90. A used cannister-type filter depending on condition, age, and size should get at least another $50.00. If you have cover and lights maybe another $0 to $60. I would caution you that if you sell the equipment for too little, someone might buy your turtle and setup but not want the turtle. A number of conservationist types believe that the RES is the most prolifically invasive animals in the world and might (reiterate might) dispose of the turtle if they got the setup for a really good price.
Also - consider putting your post in the Turtle Times Classifieds on the forum - you'll get more views. I would suggest putting in both "Turtles" and "Cages, Equipment...". Your new membership to TT should allow you to post to the classifieds.
Consider putting your location - City and State. You won't be shipping an aquarium tank so selling the tank and filters will likely be to people from your local area or a reasonable drive..
If you get an inquiry for just the turtle, that would be good. It would indicate real interest in the turtle and not just the setup. Without the turtle you could sell the setup locally on Craig's List a little more easily. I see that when PetCo sells RES, they typically go for $20 to $30. They are ubiquitous on Craig's List, even for free, so you may not be able to move the turtle without the setup.
I'm not trying to tell you your business - just give you some suggestions to increase your chances of moving your turtle to a good keeper.
Paul (Cheloniphile)
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