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Hello everyone, my midland painted has subtle growth rings at the edge of his carapace. I don't believe the local wild painteds have these rings. Quite possible i have just overlooked them in the thrill of the catch though! Is this normal, or is it the beginnings of pyramiding? Thanks alot
K!LOS
Yes, if it has been in captivity for awhile, moderate to severe pyramiding is not unusual. Even if the scutes are eventually shed, the delay can cause imprintations. Of course, even in the wild, growth interruptions due to diet, climatic conditions or other distress can produce shallow growth rings.
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