2007-12-16 06:25:58 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Reptiles
Yes this is very normal in fact it is a good sign. Both the shell and skin will peel. Do not peel them you could hurt them.
2007-12-17 22:12:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are three causes of shedding:
Normal growth- shell sheds are paper thin, translucent, and the tissue underneath is normal. Should not happen very often.
Stress related- looks like above, but happens more often. The result of too much food, wrong food, bad temps, dirty water, etc. This is the most common situation.
Rot- has thick sheds and/or discoloration under shed.
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2007-12-16 19:07:14 · answer #2 · answered by Madkins007 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. You should let it shed on its own and dont help the turtle with anything. Visit http://www.redearslider.com for info on this.
Or if you have any questions visit http://www.redearslider.com/forum and ask this there.
2007-12-16 14:30:13 · answer #3 · answered by Jen 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i agree with the other girl,if it is skin its fine if its shedding shell,seek a vet A.S.A.P.
2007-12-16 14:33:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋