You Frequently Change the Water, But Why Does the Turtle Still Develop Shell Rot?
In the process of turtle breeding, shell rot is a very common problem. In most cases, turtles will develop shell rot, mainly due to water quality. Therefore, many turtle keepers frequently change the water for their turtles to maintain stable and clean water quality. However, the phenomenon of shell rot is still relatively serious.
Many turtle keepers are very puzzled, why does shell rot still occur? In fact, changing the water is the right thing to do, but the details may not be done well.
① Water changing temperature
The best way is to pre-soak the water before changing the water, keeping the water changing temperature and the pool temperature the same, which can reduce the temperature difference, reduce turtle fever and shell rot and other diseases.
② Water changing frequency
The frequency of changing the water needs to be fixed. For example, we change the water twice a day. Then we should stick to this frequency. It is not advisable to change the water several times a day today, and then not change the water for five or six days next time. The frequency of changing the water needs to be customized according to the individual survival environment of the turtle. Smaller venues can be a little more frequent, and if there is a filtration system, it can be a little longer.
Remember, the filtration system also needs to be cleaned regularly to ensure the cleanliness of the water.
Besides the details of changing the water, there are other aspects that may also cause shell rot of turtles.
For example, the temperature difference in the breeding environment. If the breeding temperature difference is too large, it will also cause the turtle's resistance to decline, at this time it may also occur shell rot.
Again, lack of 'sunbathing' is a factor. Experienced breeders know that turtles raised in ponds often have turbid water, but rarely have shell rot, which is because their turtles often bask in the sun. Some smaller shell rot can self-heal.
If you are an ordinary turtle keeper and raise turtles indoors with little sun exposure, you need to configure a basking lamp for your turtles. This can be purchased directly from our store.
In summary, there are many reasons for turtle shell rot, not just by being diligent in changing the water can avoid it. As long as everyone well-controlled the above several aspects, then shell rot problem will be solved.
