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I have two hatchling softies on the way i need to know what the temp and ph should be for these little guys. if anyone has experience with these little guys i would greatly apreciate some help.

anyone with experience please give me the info.

I keep my softshell water slightly acidic. Ever since I began doing that, a lot of my shell problems went away. Almost immediately.
I keep my temps anywhere from 70-75, depending on the time of day.
Its been a couple of years this way, and he is fat and happy.
And growing like a weed. So I guess that works.

thanks for the reply, do you know what # your PH is ie 6-7?

6.6- 7.0

excellent, thanks a lot for your reply. If you have any experience with hatchlings, i was offered 2 more spieney hatchlins to live with the other 2 hatchlings, and i was wondering if they would be too crowded in a 75 gal. for a few months.

Hatchlings? In a 75? And you're worried about room?
They should be able to stay in a 75 for at least a year, let alone a few months!
I cant speak for all spiny's but mine love to eat...Majorly eat, so thats something to keep in mind.