litefoot wrote:Some soft spots are normal with babies but .
Good eye soopermum ! I was also looking at the plastron under right arm looks like couple layers of shell off in small area (zoom in). May be from jumping and hitting something , I would keep an eye on that area for infection .
Jules , This is where more time should be given to setup and make sure all is setup as correct as can be. Make sure all maintenance is done on a schedule. Proper habitat and diet goes a long way with any recovery and prevention. Observing is the key.
Personally I would move the tank from the window , no way to be "consistent" on temp especially with only 2" of water and no water heater.
soopermum62 wrote:This baby's Plastron doesn't concern me as much as the Carapace does although there may be an issue on the plastron by the front legs also. That 3rd big spinal scute from his/her head definitely has an issue. As long as there is no smell and the scute isn't peeling or lifting, I would just keep a close eye on it and I would make sure this baby getting dried out and is basking regularly. I have nursed a turtle to health back from shell rot, and it isn't fun.
litefoot wrote:This is why I wish a test be given for pet ownership. Turtle in life 2 months and truly believes got it down correct.
" setup is as correct as far as I am concerned" But yet you are here posting problem...
Steve , no need to say anything , you can have all this ....
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