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is there any one out there who could shed [NO PUN INTENDED] more info on "yellow fungas" and what it might look like, i've seen some discusion about it with beardies, but i'm wondering about iguanas getting it, and what it looks like on them, i have a few that have what looks to be like they need to shed, however the skin is actually hardened and yellow in color, i've been treating with periodic betadine/water baths and using mineral oil, wich seems to help somewhat but it keeps showing or is persistant about going away. when im able to rub off any of the skin it appears and feels spongy, and sometimes there are small sours underneath. please help with any info that you can offer thankyou.

My green iguana has had similar problems in the past. If the patches of skin coming off in the water has a yellowish-tint, it is most likely a retained shed due to lack of humidity. My solution has been to periodically give my iguana lukewarm baths for 20-30 minutes. Make sure if you do this- to monitor the iguana & only soak in water that is iguana-shoulder height. If their skin is kept hydrated during the year, the next shedding cycle (which affects this patch of skin) may be able to repair some of the scarring.

I agree, even though iguanas need very large cages their humidity requirments should be met just like any other herp. A large heated water bowl may help, but in such a large cage a misting system might be the way to go. Some can be made rather cheap with any type of water pump.

As for the sores on the skin, perhaps a veterinarian should have a look at them. Also see www.anapsid.org on iguana husbandry as most problems arise from inadequate environment.