Why does my terrapin have white blotches on its shell?

by Rachel
(Dahlia park)

It started out with a small white rim around its shell, we thought it was just dirt but after a while when it spreaded, We've thought about Homer's shell and wandered if anyone could help us.......So WHy DOEs My TERRAPIn HAVe white blotches on its shell?????

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Sep 16, 2009

More info?
by: Anonymous

Hi! It may just be his scutes getting ready to shed. It would help immensely if you could give us more info, like what kind of turtle is it? What are the water and basking temps? Is he basking? Can you display good, clear pics? What is the diet like and how often are you feeding? Also how much?

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