r/RedEaredSliderCare

Is my red eared slider growing, or does he have shell rot?

Hello, this is my baby turtle Sprout. I’ve noticed the lines between his shell have gotten darker, and I’ve read conflicting things about it. Does it look like he has shell rot, or like he is just growing? I may have been feeding him more than I need too, he seems so hungry all of the time. Have I been feeding him too much and he is growing too fast? Any and all information is appreciated, as I’ve been researching for days and can’t seem to figure out which it could be. Please be kind and thank you!

u/audreysangster98 — 5 days ago

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Is my RES sick?

Recently adopted this red eared slider from a friend who didn’t want it anymore, is there a way to tell if this little guy has any external issues?

u/tannabananna — 10 days ago

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First time RES owner

I found a tiny RES in my yard a few days ago. They're not native here and I have no idea how it got here. It was cold at night so I brought it inside. I have an aquarium set up for it now, with a heater, heat lamp, and basking station. I have seen it up on the basking dock before, but now it acts like it's having trouble getting up on it. It isn't eating the juvenile turtle pellets I got for it, and only seems interested in lettuce. It has pooped several times though. Can I do anything to encourage it to eat, and to make getting on the dock easier? Or should I let it figure it out on its own? Any tips are appreciated since I'm a first time reptile owner.

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u/According_While2124 — 6 days ago