General Care Discussion :: Black spot on shell?

[N4784N R4613]

Over the past couple of weeks, my smaller turtles has developed a "black spot" that is acrossed two of the scutes. When it is dry it just looks like a "black spot," no smell, its not soft, and it is smooth with the rest of the shell. When he is in the water the "spot gets a golden type outline to it, almost like when he sheds.

I can't seem to get a clear picture with my camera, but here is the best I could do...








Once again, sorry about the quality. Any help is graetly apprechated,

Nathan Radle.

[Ozzyy]

it could be some kind of pigment problem or4 defect, or he could be sheedding...but id take him to a herp vet soon just to be safe

[zero_tails]

i cant say anything for sure, can you post a clearer picture

[marisa]

Sorry, can't really tell anything from the pics you posted. Need clearer pics.

[N4784N R4613]

Ok, well I tried to get a clear pic, but my camera just can't do it. Do you think it can wait until May? Or should I move up my appointment at the herp vet?

[industrial_girl_2000]

When in doubt, check it out.

Make an appt. with the herp vet sooner rather than later so you can have some peace of mind!