Re: Leopard tortoise needs help

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: : : I have a Leopard tortoise approx 3 years old whose shell is turning white around the scutes.He is fed on fruit,veg,flowers,grass,commercial tortoise food, etc; : : : the temp is :around 75 deg ambient : : : :up to 90 deg in hot spot : : : He is given calcium supp,but not all that often. : : : There is a UV light in the tank that is turned on for about 7 hours per day and he seems happy enough(if a little unfriendly at times) : : : Can anyone give me some advise on what to do to stop him losing his colour and doing any damage to him. : : : thanks in advance from me(Mark) and him(Pastie). : : Hi Mark, : : Could this be new growth? Could if be that the newer growth is just coming in ligher? : : Mine are reserved most of the time as well. : : tcc :) : Sounds like normal growth to me. As long as it seems healthy and feeds normally I wouldn't worry about it. These leopards have been known to change their spots. : Tim

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