{"product_id":"zoo-med-paludarium-aquarium-heater-25-watt","title":"Zoo Med Paludarium Aquarium Heater 25W","description":"\u003ch2\u003eReliable Submersible Heater for Paludarium and Aquatic Turtle Habitats\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Zoo Med Paludarium Aquarium Heater delivers consistent, preset warmth for aquatic reptile environments. Designed specifically for paludarium habitats holding up to 7 gallons of water, this 25-watt heater maintains a stable 78 degrees F (26 degrees C) without any manual temperature adjustments required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSetup is straightforward: attach the heater to the inside wall of your turtle enclosure using the included suction cups, fully submerge it in water, and plug it in. Within 1 to 3 hours, your water reaches the target temperature. Positioning the heater near the filter outlet improves warm water circulation throughout the habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA built-in automatic safety shut-off activates immediately if the heater is removed from water, protecting both your reptiles and your equipment. This makes it a dependable, low-maintenance heating solution for aquatic turtle keepers and paludarium enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreset to 78 degrees F (26 degrees C) - no manual calibration needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 watts of consistent heating power for up to 7 gallons of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic safety shut-off if removed from water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes suction cups for secure side or back wall mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves water temperature consistency when placed near filter outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple plug-and-heat setup - ideal for beginner and experienced reptile keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Reptile Owners Choose It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAquatic turtle keepers and paludarium hobbyists value the Zoo Med Paludarium Heater for its no-fuss preset design. There is no guesswork involved - plug it in and it does the work. The automatic safety shut-off adds peace of mind, especially in habitats where water levels can fluctuate. It fits naturally into paludarium setups where reliable, stable water temperature is essential for reptile health and comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaludarium Aquarium Heater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWattage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreset Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78 degrees F (26 degrees C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 7 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHabitat Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaludarium, Aquatic Turtle Habitat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuction cups (included), side or back wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic shut-off if removed from water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully submersible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and Design Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heater is designed for full submersion inside aquatic reptile enclosures. The included suction cups allow secure mounting on the side or back wall of the habitat, keeping the unit stable and properly positioned. Placing the heater near the filter outlet maximizes warm water distribution, ensuring even temperature throughout the enclosure. The preset design eliminates the need for external thermostats or manual adjustments for standard paludarium setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSetup and Compatibility Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis heater is designed for paludarium habitats with up to 7 gallons of water. Mount on the side or back wall using the enclosed suction cups. Fully submerge the heater before plugging into an electrical outlet - the safety shut-off will activate if the unit is not submerged. Allow 1 to 3 hours for the water to reach the target temperature of 78 degrees F. For best results, position near the filter outlet to improve warm water circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnsure the heater remains fully submerged during operation. Do not plug in or operate the heater outside of water. Monitor water levels regularly to prevent the safety shut-off from activating unintentionally. Wipe the exterior clean as needed when performing routine habitat maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Reptile Keepers Who...\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain aquatic turtle habitats or paludarium setups up to 7 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer a preset, plug-and-heat solution without manual temperature calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a heater with a built-in safety shut-off for added protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre setting up a new paludarium and need a reliable, straightforward heating option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValue low-maintenance equipment that integrates easily into existing filtration setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat temperature does this heater maintain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Zoo Med Paludarium Heater is preset to maintain 78 degrees F (26 degrees C). No manual adjustment is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size habitat is this heater designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis heater is designed for paludarium habitats with up to 7 gallons of water. The heater must be fully submerged during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I install the heater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAttach the heater to the inside wall of your enclosure using the included suction cups. Mount on the side or back wall, fully submerge in water, then plug into an electrical outlet. Allow 1 to 3 hours for the water to reach the target temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this heater have a safety feature?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The heater includes an automatic safety shut-off that activates if the unit is removed from water, protecting your habitat and equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere should I position the heater for best results?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlace the heater near the filter outlet to improve circulation of warm water throughout the habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25-watt preset heater for paludarium and aquatic turtle habitats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains 78 degrees F (26 degrees C) without manual calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic safety shut-off if removed from water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuction cup mounting for side or back wall installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for up to 7 gallons of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple plug-and-heat setup with no thermostat required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e097612500257\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e097612500257\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReptile Heaters and Gauges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWattage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreset Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78 degrees F (26 degrees C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 7 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHabitat Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaludarium, Aquatic Turtle Habitat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully Submersible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuction cups (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic shut-off if removed from water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Heater, Suction cups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Zoo Med","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48821151662309,"sku":"097612500257","price":19.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/7648\/7653\/files\/097612500257.jpg?v=1776437230","url":"https:\/\/petsperfect.com\/products\/zoo-med-paludarium-aquarium-heater-25-watt","provider":"Pets Perfect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}