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Shell color
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Mon Oct 09, 2006 6:50 pmby tortugitta
Hello. My name is Dennise. I used to be a memeber, but I've not logged in for a VERY long time. My turtles are about 3-4 years old. I was was wondering if their shells lose their bright color as they get older? My turtles' shells aren't as bright green as they used to be. I wonder if they are sick. Any info would be greatly appreciated. 
Posted:
Mon Oct 09, 2006 6:54 pmby CountryGirl68
I've seen pictures of RES that were a wonderful bright green when they were little and turned a very dark green once they were older. It is normal for their color to darken.
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Mon Oct 09, 2006 9:50 pmby SpotsMama
Yes, they start off grass green and turn a dark olive, with yellowish streaks, as they mature.
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Tue Oct 10, 2006 7:21 pmby marisa
They do darken as they age. Not all have yellow streaks, though.