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What if your map turtle has green spots on it's shell is that normal?
Yes it is normal. This is algae growing on its shell. Grab a toothbrush and some warm water [not hot as to NOT burn the turtle] and gently scrub the shell, it should come off eventually.
What are the small green blotches on a painted turtle's shell?
The small green blotches on a painted turtle's shell are often a sign of algae growth. Algae can accumulate on the shell when turtles bask in sunlight or swim in water with high nutrient levels. While this is typically harmless, excessive algae can indicate poor water quality or environmental issues. Regular cleaning and maintaining a healthy habitat can help manage this growth.
How do you clean turtles?
Give Your Turtle a BathSoak your turtle in a tub of warm water or hold your turtle underneath running water.Gently rub the shell with a soft washcloth. This will remove most of the dirt and algae. Small bits of the shell may flake off in the process. This is part of the normal shedding process.Scrub your turtle's shell with a soft brush. An old toothbrush works quite well. Lightly scrub away the larger portions of algae but there's no need to scrub the shell completely clean.Check the shell for infection after most of the algae is removed. Soft spots, or spots that smell rancid, are an indication of shell rot and should be treated by your vet as soon as possible.If no problems are detected, you may then apply an application of turtle shell conditioner. This specially-formulated conditioner helps to revitalize dry or brittle turtle shells and can be purchased at pet stores.This answer was copied directly from the web-site in the related link.
Where Do green sea turtle get their name?
The green sea turtle gets its name from the green-colored fat tissue under its shell. The fat has a green color because the adult turtle's diet consists of seagrass and algae.
What is a calipash?
A calipash is an edible greenish material found underneath the upper half of a turtle's shell.
What is the hard shell of hawksbill turtle called?
As with any turtle the turtle shell is called CARAPACES.
Can a predator eat a turtle when its in the shell?
An alligator could eat a turtle in its shell, and a shark could eat a sea turtle in its shell.
Is a sea turtle have a interior shell?
A sea turtle has an external shell.
If a turtle does not have a shell is it naked or homeless?
If a turtle does not have a shell, it can be both naked and homeless.
Do turtle shell grow with the turtle?
i think it would grow with the turtle and then when it is an adult the shell would be fully grown
Is it okay to carry water turtles?
It is ok to carry your turtle but I don't recommend that you do it often because it can stress on the turtle. If you are going to carry the turtle make sure that all of its legs and shell are supported. It wont like the feeling of hanging in mid air.
What does the turtle shell do?
it protects the turtle from predators.
