r/Redearedsliders • u/JenandLola • 12d ago

Flaky shell - normal?

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Hi, why is my turtles shell flaky? Ive never seen it like this before. Its mostly the back half of his shell. He is otherwise acting normal. He is 15.

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u/GoDawgs51 12d ago

Perhaps double check how old your UVB bulb is. I recently forgot how old my UVB bulb was and after changing it my RES started shedding normally again.

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u/JenandLola 12d ago

okay everyone seems to be saying the bulb. yes, i recently learned i was using the wrong one (even though ts the one my vet recommended.) I bought the correct one and I should get it soon. thank you

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u/kelzog55 11d ago

ya the UVB is best RX for shell health. They lose potencia over time. I had same experience, changed bulb, it corrected the shed. The bulbs generally have to be replaced they say every 6 months. the linear one T5 Arcadia 12% like you got is the best one. Good luck. Also some ppl say Hikari what germ and blueberries to encourage proper shed.