Well, I went to feed Sherman today, and there are little nematodes in the water... a ton of them...all under a half inch. I know she has had a tapeworm infection in the past, and knowing tapeworms, probably still does.
Now does anyone know how I can get rid of the nematodes? I recently changed all the water and filter materials, but they come back quick. Is there anything I can add to the food or water? I stopped feeding her goldfish and wild caught foods just to see if it helps..
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ridding my snapping turtle of nematodes...
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you can go to austinsturtlepage.com and look under medical condition. it tells you what medication to use for nematodes.
Hello
I think you should have a fecal exam done by a quailified Vet. for internals. A Vet. will prescribe the proper meds and doses. If all is clear and these little flukes (external) are your problem. A sure fix for these little bastages, and it has always worked for me is keep a couple dozen (depending on tank size) feeder guppies going in the tank. Guppies and their fri will consume thousands of these flukes, keeping their numbers in check.
The guppies and fri are too small for your turtles and with a little cover in the tank, should last a long time.
Give it a try....it has always worked for me.
Mike
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I agree that ridding parasites is most effiently and safely done with a veterinarian. Depending on what exactly is present, it is quite possible that they are not parasitic. Most (but not all) nematodes need an intermediate host prior to reinfecting the turtle if they are parasitic. This could include fish, frogs, and snails.
