Photo Gallery :: CRAZY Pastel Slider

[SINI5T3R]

A Pastel Slider from a Reptile Expo.

CRAAZZZYY Markings...

[sflemin2]

That is so cool!! I want one!

[Funkmastah]

Nice!
Is it true that these kinds of turtles are a lot more sensitive?

[Sora]

It looks cool. Good thing it's not out in the wild though, cause it's very bright.

@Funkmastah- I read they're sensitive to practically everything. Food,light,heat.(At least in comparison to a non-pastel turtle)

[steve]

Nice!
Is it true that these kinds of turtles are a lot more sensitive?

I think it's the albinos who are more sensitive.

[SINI5T3R]

Ant a pastel a type of albino?

[steve]

Not exactly, from atp: Pastel RES are abberations with abnormal coloration & patterning, often with red or orange patterning on the shell. Most are female. The specifics of how pastels are produced aren't well known, but it's rumored some are produced via abnormally high incubation temp.s, often have other abnormalities (i.e.: abnormal scute layout) & are prone to early death. While some are attractive they are expensive Until more is known for sure we recommend against acquiring pastel sliders.
http://www.austinsturtlepage.com/Care/c ... slider.htm

[Funkmastah]

Too bad that the beautifull appearance is compromising their health...
It's a bit like those beautifull cats that can't breath properly because of their too short noses

[Touche the Turtle]

That site mentions other color morphs that are less prone to health problems?