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RE: possible crack in redfoot's beak -- anyone???

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Posted by: ScottE at Thu Sep 8 15:52:47 2005  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by ScottE ]  
   

What everyone has said thus far sounds fairly complete. Depending on how severe the crack is, it may or may not heal on its own.



A visit to an experienced herp vet is always the recommended action, but for those who can't for whatever reason, extra attention needs to be given to inspecting the mouth and nares of the animal to ensure no infection is taking hold. An infection that takes hold in the crack of a tortoise's beak can quickly overtake it.



Good luck!

   

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