{"id":2373,"date":"2026-02-16T23:09:23","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:09:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/black-musk-stinkpot-turtle-sternotherus-odoratus-juvenile-5cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T23:09:23","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:09:23","slug":"black-musk-stinkpot-turtle-sternotherus-odoratus-juvenile-5cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=black-musk-stinkpot-turtle-sternotherus-odoratus-juvenile-5cm","title":{"rendered":"Black Musk Stinkpot Turtle Sternotherus Odoratus Juvenile 5cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Black Musk Stinkpot Turtle Sternotherus Odoratus Juvenile 5cm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The Black Musk Stinkpot Turtle (Sternotherus odoratus) is a fascinating aquatic species known for its distinctive musky odor and small size. These turtles typically reach lengths of 3 to 5 inches, making them suitable for smaller aquatic setups.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Native to North America, they inhabit slow-moving freshwater bodies such as ponds, streams, and marshes. In captivity, they thrive in environments that mimic their natural habitat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Feeding:<\/strong> These turtles are omnivorous, enjoying a diet that includes aquatic invertebrates, small fish, worms, and vegetation. Offering a varied diet ensures their nutritional needs are met.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Mates:<\/strong> They prefer solitary living and may not appreciate tank mates. If housing with other turtles, choose species of similar size and temperament to prevent aggression or competition for resources.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aggression:<\/strong> While not typically aggressive, they may display territorial behavior, especially if confined in smaller spaces or housed with incompatible tank mates.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> Ideal for intermediate to experienced turtle keepers due to their specific habitat requirements and sensitivity to water quality. Proper filtration and regular maintenance are crucial for their well-being.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Water Parameters:<\/strong> Maintain water temperatures between 75\u00b0F to 80\u00b0F (24\u00b0C to 27\u00b0C) and ensure clean, well-filtered water. pH levels should range from 6.5 to 7.5, and ammonia and nitrite levels should remain at zero. Adequate basking spots and hiding places should also be provided.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Black Musk Stinkpot Turtle Sternotherus Odoratus Juvenile 5cm Overview: The Black Musk Stinkpot Turtle (Sternotherus odoratus) is a fascinating aquatic species known for its distinctive musky odor and small size. These turtles typically reach lengths of 3 to 5 inches, making them suitable for smaller aquatic setups. Origin: Native to North America, they inhabit slow-moving [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2372,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[42],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-2373","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-turtles","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/2373","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/2372"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2373"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=2373"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=2373"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=2373"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}