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That is a sign of septicemia (blood poisoning) Take RES to qualified Vet for treatment

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Might be sick or infected. Vet!

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Why do red eared sliders skin turn pink?

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Are red eared slider turtle dangerous?

yes in wild because they have powerful jaws to bite with and they have bacteria on their skin


What diseases do red ear sliders get?

the longest recorded female has been measure just over 14 inches long but average is about 11 or 12 and males get around 10 to 11 maybe 12


Is a painted turtle poisenness?

Common Problems in Aquatic Turtles General information. Aquatic turtles, such as the red-eared slider, have several unique problems. ... Cystic calculi. ... Prolapses. ... Irregular shell growth. ... Shell fractures or trauma. ... Algae on the shell. ... Skin and shell sloughing. ... Salmonella.


Your yellow eared slider had a red swollen spot come up on his neck today what could it be it almost looks like blood under the skin?

if it does TAKE IT TO THE VET!!!!!!


Is it natural for your Red Eared Slider to lose it's red ears?

no. It could be a possible skin infection. take it to the vet immediately or give it to someone who can provide it a good home.


Why do red-eared sliders shed?

It could be for the simple reason of species recognition. It is a distinct marking that distinguishes this breed of turtle from any other species, when it is most important -- such as during mating.


Do red eared sliders need a dry area?

Yes, red-eared sliders need a dry area to get out of the water. Above this area should be a turtle basking lamp. Aquatic turtles will bask daily. Basking keeps the turtle's skin and shell health from fungus while the UV in the light is needed for the turtles growth. Without a dry area and a basking light your turtle will not be healthy and happy.


What does pink skin look like?

Pink Skin


Does green sea turtle have skin?

Yes, Green sea turtles have skin, all sea turtles have thick, leathery skin


What type of turtle red and black skin?

It could be a painted turtle. The Western Painted Turtle has no red stripes that I could see, but has a red pattern at the edge of the shell and the bottom of the shell(plastron) is pink with a large, dark design extending to the edges. Hope this helps


Do cremello have dark skin?

No. Their skin is pink.