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My turtle top shell is looking dry on the edges and has one part looks as if it is peeling the bottom has dry marks and they arr tiny craders i thought it was a rotting shell but now im not so sure could it be that he was scared to bask for the first week i give him pellets and red leaf lettuce could it be the calcium when the turtle is in the water the marks on the top look green??

My turtle top shell is looking dry on the edges and has one part looks as if it is peeling the bottom has dry marks and they arr tiny craders i thought it was a rotting shell but now im not so sure could it be that he was scared to bask for the first week i give him pellets and red leaf lettuce could it be the calcium when the turtle is in the water the marks on the top look green??

Updated On September 3rd, 2017

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

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If there are craters or pitting, it likely is some degree of shell rot. You would need to have Hannah examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles for confirmation. Mild rot may be managed at home via daily cleaning with dilute Betadine or chlorhexidine solution using a soft bristled toothbrush. Allow for at least two hours in "dry dock" (away from water) after each cleaning. Maintain adequate water quality at all times and confirm proper UVB lighting and vitamin/mineral supplementation to promote shell health.

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