I came across the same probs with my heater--it seems to be OK if I leave it slanted. As for the turtles going up against it, mine love to sleep right next to it. I have a insulated one though, not a glass one, so I'm assuming it would make a difference...you wouldn't want to burn the turtles or have it accidentally broken.

I don't take my turtles out to feed them since the tank is small enough to be easy to clean. Whether or not it bothers them really seems to depend on their disposition. My Oscar is a very sociable creature and doesn't mind being handled, but Luke tends to be very grumpy and bites if I hold him for too long.

Hope I helped a little



Lauri
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Happy owner of RES Luke and Oscar

Forever owner of Willie the lab and Sylvester the canary-rest in peace

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