turtle shell issues

[J2ky2k]

Wife had been wanting a 20 gallon long tank for a turtle or a crab. Found one on cgraiglist that just so happenend to come with a Mississippi map turtle. Turtle seems very healthy except for areas of the shell that are turning whitish, not soft at all, but some very slight peeling. Im not sure, but I dont think there was any area for it to get out of the water and dry off. have only had it a few weeks, but i think there is improvement. We have some treatment for its skin and shell to treat weekly, just wondering if there may be something we're missing. any help?

 

[Valina]

I know absolutely nothing about turtles! But I hate to see a (previously) neglected animal post get buried in a forum thread!

Come on turtle lovers!!! Help!!

 

[Oceangirl]

YPS Turtle shell has white patches!?!?! - Big Pond - Turtle Forum

here is a turtle specific forum that has a lot of thread about white patches. according to threads, might be shell rot.

 

[Rodeo one]

Also try the Tortoise Forum, lots of knowledgeable people & they have an aquarium section, too.

 

[TheTigerApple]

It's normal it's called shedding to grow

 

[TheTigerApple]

Or it might actually be she'll rot can u take any pics let me see it

 

[Horsegirlmaddy]

Could be shell rot- make sure he has a basking area to get completely dry, nutritious food, a cuttle bone to chew on, and UVB lighting so he can heal himself
Im sure you probably know this, but a 20 long is far from a suitable size for any turtle- a 55 or bigger is best. They are very active and very messy!
Good luck!

 

[J2ky2k]

Yes I'm aware the tank is too small, just picked up a 55 gallon this week, getting it ready and gonna move turtle and blue lobster to it soon

 

[J2ky2k]

sorry pic is upside down

 

[J2ky2k]

and yes, loving the site!