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my red eared slider has a lot of algae growing under its scutes, what can i do2007-11-24 2:01:45

I've tried various, various basking locations over the years, he still doesn't come out that much and i've varied in temps too, i think the set up i have no is the best taht way, i don't have that much water for him to swim in, it's only about five inches deep and he's about 2 1/2 thick, i don't know of that matters at all

Answers:

Hi

Well in the wild Red eared sliders,,especially older ones are often found covered in Algae.. its normal.

Are you sure its algae and not fungus? Fungus you do not want algae is ok.

I have haerd of folks taking a very soft toothbrush. super soft like a childrens brush and gently brushing algae from the shell.

However. if you do this use a NEW brush and only use it for that prupose.

Also be sur to have a UV light for your turtle and change your water often and use a filter.. water conditiioners can be used to turtle safe of course.

But I really think the algae has found favorable conditions nd may tough to keep out.

Here is a great link to ask a real expert..

http://experts.about.com/c/pets/.

Good Luck

Wismom

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give it a bath in warm water?

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Algae is produced from excessive build ups of nitrogen and phophates within the water. If you do more water changes you would greatly reduce the production of algae.

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he need at least 55 gallon tank double his size in water