is my turtle ill?

by jenna
(uk)

my turtle keeps opening his mouth wide open and staying like that for a very long time also he seems to be very jumpy his a musk turtle anyone know what could be wrong?

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Dec 31, 2010

temperature
by: Anonymous

Have you checked that you have the water, ambient and basking temperatures right? It is possible if you have the temperatures too high he/she is trying to release heat as turtles and lizards can open there mouths wide to try and lower their temperature. If all the above are ok then I would also advise a vet as it can be respiratory. Good luck

Dec 30, 2010

need to consult a vet
by: madhoora

KEEPING MOUTH OPEN MAY INDICATE A RESPIRATORY PROBLEM. PLEASE CONSULT A VET FOR BETTERMENT FOR YOUR TURTLE.

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