(off-topic humor) While browsing google for python and turtle

[Erik Johnson]

Syver Enstad wrote:

> (I was intersted in turtle graphics for python)
>
> From http://www.geocities.com/~chicagoturtle/tips.html:
>
> Elmer says,
> <snip>
> Attach the Python valve to your faucet, connect the
> plastic hose from the valve to your turtle tank. In the down position
> with the water faucet turned on, the Python generates a powerful
> suction which quickly drains the tank's water (and "vacuum" cleans any
> debris) into your sink's drain. By pushing the Python valve in the up
> position, water will flow from the faucet quickly filling the tank
> with clean water. Please be sure to adjust the water temperature to
> the proper temperature for your turtle before filling the tanks.
>
> With the Python, one can easily drain and refill over 150 gallons in
>  less than an hour without lugging a bucket or sucking on a hose.
>
> *The Python siphon system with hose and connectors is available at
>  most larger pet stores, $35 -$50 depending on hose length.* <Ahem>
>

    Yeah, I use essentially the same thing to fill and empty my waterbed.
You can get one without the nifty Python brand name for only about $15. :)

-ej