Posted: Thu Aug 04, 2016 10:01 am Male aggression
I have a pair of pink belly side necks that are about 4 years old. They have been together for their entire lives in a 50 gallon tank. A few months ago the female developed a white sore area on the top of her neck just past where it protrudes from under her shell. I originally thought her shell was rubbing it and causing the irritated area. I treated the tank and it showed signs of healing. Then it became raw again and I finally saw the male was biting at the area. I believe this is his attempt to mate? I am concerned that I may need to separate them. He has continued this behavior to the point the spot on the females neck has become raw and irritated again. Any suggestions?
