What is wrong with my turtles shell?
A turtle’s shell showing signs of pitting, soft spots, fluid under the shell plates, discharge or foul smell, or shell plates falling off and exposing tissue, your turtle has shell rot. Shell rot is an infection of a turtle’s shell. The turtle’s environment may have caused the infection. Check for one or more of the following: • Too much moisture • Too little moisture • Unsanitary conditions • Improper diet • Improper heat • Improper light It is wise to research the needs of the turtle and create an environment to meet those needs.
