How much space between dock and lid?

tylrhadn111

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I was wondering if there was a minimum amount that I should leave between the basking dock and the lid of the tank? I have a hang-on-the-back filter that I want to help keep the water clean but the current water level is too low for it to work properly So, I wanted to raise the water level but I need to know how close the turtles can be from the lid of the tank. I plan on raising my lights accordingly as well.
 

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My turtle is pretty big (she's a 13" Cooter) so if she gets too close to the top of the tank she can push the lid up and then try and climb out. I'm not sure if there are other concerns with raising the basking dock, but that's one thing I can think of you want to make sure to avoid :)
 

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You can build a basking area on top of the aquarium or purchase a turtle topper.
 

tylrhadn111

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I've been looking at those external basking docks but I haven't figured out how i'd make it yet.
 

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