What causes a hatched res to have a soft carapace?
Recently hatched RES will have a slightly soft carapace that is a lighter green shade. The most common factors that cause shell problems are related to water (lack of quality or appropriate basking area), diet (lack of calcium, excessive protein) and lighting (lack of UVB).
What’s the average water temperature for a hatchling?
TEMPERATURE RANGE (°F) Air Temperature: mid 70’s – 80’s Basking Temperature: High 80’s to low 90’s Water Temperature: ~ 72 to 76 degrees for sub-adults & adults, 78 to 80 degrees for hatchlings & smaller juveniles.
Why is my redearslider turtle not swimming at all?
Lethargy, Inactivity, Not Swimming, Excessive Basking. If there are other sliders in your tank, the affected RES may also be a victim of aggression. If this is a new turtle, it may be uncomfortable in your presence and it should be observed from a distance. Stress may have caused this turtle to become reluctant to normal social behavior.
What does irregular swimming mean for a dog?
RES are determined climbers; prevent them from escape and protect them from other pets. Irregular swimming is often a serious sign of respiratory infection. Fluid build-up in the lungs impairs normal swimming ability. Irregular walking may occur due to the same reasons.
Lethargy, Inactivity, Not Swimming, Excessive Basking. If there are other sliders in your tank, the affected RES may also be a victim of aggression. If this is a new turtle, it may be uncomfortable in your presence and it should be observed from a distance. Stress may have caused this turtle to become reluctant to normal social behavior.
RES are determined climbers; prevent them from escape and protect them from other pets. Irregular swimming is often a serious sign of respiratory infection. Fluid build-up in the lungs impairs normal swimming ability. Irregular walking may occur due to the same reasons.
What happens when a turtle’s res becomes inactive?
If your RES becomes inactive, you need to quickly check water and basking temperatures. A RES will sleep more and eat less if conditions are too cold. This becomes problematic if environmental conditions are not corrected. This is considered a “death zone” and your turtle will not have the opportunity to thermoregulate.
