Exo Terra Turtle Bank Island Small (PT3800) – Floating Basking Island

The ET Turtle Bank Island Small (PT3800) is a floating basking platform designed specifically for aquatic and semi-aquatic turtles. It solves one of the most common challenges in aquatic turtle keeping: providing a stable, accessible dry basking area without sacrificing valuable swimming space.

Magnetic Positioning System

The Turtle Bank is held firmly against the terrarium wall using included magnets, allowing you to position it in a corner to keep the main swimming area as open as possible. This makes it practical for smaller setups where space management matters.

Self-Adjusting to Water Level

Rather than sitting at a fixed height, the island automatically adjusts as water levels rise or fall. Your turtle always has consistent access to the basking surface regardless of evaporation or water changes.

Submerged Entry Ramp

A ramp extends below the waterline, giving turtles a gradual, easy route from the water onto the dry basking platform. This is particularly useful for younger or smaller animals that struggle to haul themselves onto steep surfaces.

Basking and UVB Exposure

The dry, flat basking surface positions turtles directly under heat and UVB lamps, which is essential for thermoregulation and vitamin D3 synthesis. It also serves as a terrestrial resting area for semi-aquatic species that need time out of the water.

Sizing and Compatibility

• Small size — suitable for compact aquatic turtle terrariums
• Compatible with other sizes of the same range, allowing multiple islands in a larger setup
• Designed to integrate into any standard aquatic terrarium configuration

A straightforward, functional addition to any aquatic turtle enclosure — the ET Turtle Bank Island Small keeps husbandry correct without cluttering the tank or complicating setup.