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Sulcata,Sunken scutes

ChrisL Jan 10, 2009 11:15 AM

I have a ten year old male Sulcata that has devoloped a sunken area on the center back of his shell. Is this from diet? Can it be corrected. I live in Kansas, Its to cold for grass in winter. So I feed him store bought frozen vegies in the winter.Thank for any help.

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allensheehan Jan 12, 2009 11:49 AM

I can not say how much diet has played a role in what is going on with your tort. But I am sure I would discontinue the frozen veggie regiment. At the very least I would switch over to fresh greens such as collard, mustard, etc. I would even go as far as to buy grass online or even use the dormant grass in your area to mix with the fresh greens. I live in Dallas and I use the dormant grass from my backyard during the winter months. In addition I would also start using a calcium supplement and UV lighting if you are not already.

my two cents
Allen

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