How big is your turtle?: She is 4 months old-ish
How long have you had it?: About 2 weeks now
What is the water temperature?: 75-78
Did you use a thermometer?: Yes
Are you using a water heater?: Yes
How much water is in there?: I'm guessing around 5 gallons, filled 3/4 of the way
Are you using a water conditioner?: Yes
Are you using any filtration?: Yes
What is the basking temperature?: 90
Is there a basking light?: Yes
Is there a basking platform that is easy to climb on?: Yes
What kind is it or what is it made out of?: Plastic?
Is there a UVB light?: Yes, a light bulb
What have you been trying to feed it?: Turtle pellets and Red Leaf Lettuce
When was the last time your turtle ate?: This morning
How big is the tank/pond/enclosure?: I'm guessing around 5 gallons
Is the tank near a window?: Yes, but not directly in front of it
Is the tank in a room with a lot of activity?: People walk in and out, but its mostly no activity before 6pm
Have you read the Basic Care section? Yes
Have you searched the forums for similar situations? Yes
Is there any other unusual activity/symptoms? No, everything is mentioned below
Hi there again,
I have noticed that my younger turtle (Steak) has begun, almost, shedding her skin? Not her shell, but from her little hands and feet...it looks like there is skin flaking off.
Is this normal?
I also noticed her, yesterday while basking, she had all hands and feet extended, her next was extended and it looked like she was laying her head to the side. I got REALLY scared and thought something was wrong. Then I found her in the same position, head towards the bottom of the tank - almost seemed stuck in the plants/rocks (which have since been removed) - I ran outside to call my brothers - when I returned everything seemed back to normal and her "brother" - Tyson, was following her close.
Is this normal?
I was a little anxious over it - as I have never had RES, I don't know what certain behavior is normal and what should be a serious issue. Thanks!
Bill - RES
