Salt Use in Koi and Turtle Tank: Type and Dosage

Tank with 3 baby koi and 3 slider turtles. Asks if salt helps, dosage, and if "solar salt" is okay.

Benefits & Dosage

Salt (NaCl) deters parasites, bacteria, fungus; aids osmoregulation. Conservative dose: 1 tablespoon per 5 gallons (0.05%). Safe for both koi and turtles.

Solar Salt

If pure sodium chloride (no additives), it's fine. Avoid water softener salt with additives.

See salt guide.