my painted turtle is about 2 i think. I just adopted her. She has light brown spots on her shell. They look almost like her shell is drying out. They have gotten worse since i got her. However she swims a lot and does not spend excessive time in the heat. I recently found out i was overfeeding her. Could this be the beginings of pyramiding? If not, any ideas?
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painted turtle shell problems
ubermental
Apr 15, 2004 08:26 PM
Replies (3)
Linda G
Apr 16, 2004 08:34 AM
Hi, me again 
She may be getting ready to shed. They often discolor
before shedding them which is completely normal. Just
keep a close eye on it and don't try to pull them off.
Let them fall off on their own. Shedding means they are
growing.
Linda
ubermental
Apr 16, 2004 09:31 PM
thank you so much. i feel better now.
ubermental
Apr 18, 2004 03:02 PM
i bought a little turtle for the tank that dissolves with calcium and medication. after just 2 days her shell is looking a little better. The guy at the store said that means you were probably right. thank you soooo much for your advice.
