So, my turtle got this white spot at the bottom of it's shell and the spots are going up each scute, traveling up the vertebrae over the past few months. They feel smooth and hard, no puss or fuzziness. I'm just worried about any possible infection, fungus, or perhaps just a slow shed.
How big is your turtle? 6-7inches
How long have you had it? 2 years
What is the water temperature? 78, can't get it lower here without a chiller
Did you use a thermometer? yes
Are you using a water heater? yes
How much water is in there? 60g
Are you using a water conditioner? no
Are you using any filtration? yes xp3
What is the basking temperature? 88
Is there a basking light? yes
Is there a basking platform that is easy to climb on? yes, it basks a lot
What kind is it or what is it made out of? The typical one sold at petsmart
Is there a UVB light? yes 5.0
What have you been trying to feed it? pellets, greed lettuce, red lettuce, dandelion greens, cuttlebone
When was the last time your turtle ate? today, he has a voracious appetite
How big is the tank/pond/enclosure? 60g
Is the tank near a window? yes
Is the tank in a room with a lot of activity? me, dog, computer
Have you read the Basic Care section? yes
Have you searched the forums for similar situations? yes
Is there any other unusual activity/symptoms? None, just her mean old self!
I've followed all turtle care instructions on this site nearly religiously. But any advise would be greatly appreciated!
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