Hi My turtles shell is turning white. I am thinking fungus or hard water. I scrubbed with toothbrush and vinegar, which you can see the spot rubbed off some.
How big is your turtle? 4- 5 inches
How long have you had it? 18 months
What is the water temperature? 78
Did you use a thermometer? Yes
Are you using a water heater? Yes
How much water is in there? 3/4 full
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
Is there a UVB light? yes
What have you been trying to feed it? pellets and veggies
When was the last time your turtle ate? today
How big is the tank/pond/enclosure? 75 gallon
Is the tank near a window? yes
Is the tank in a room with a lot of activity? yes- lots of activity, shy with basking
Have you read the Basic Care section? yes
Have you searched the forums for similar situations? yes
Is there any other unusual activity/symptoms?
