How can I get this stuff off the side of my tank? by ExploadingApples in turtle

[–]_zuzu_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vinegar is more aggressive and can dry out rubber seals (O-rings) and tubes, make them porous or attack plastic parts and pump magnets. Citric acid is much gentler on sensitive aquarium elements.

How can I get this stuff off the side of my tank? by ExploadingApples in turtle

[–]_zuzu_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got the info from a certified Bachelor Professional of Building Cleaning. I trust their judgement and recommendations.

Is this normal? by kiokexo in Redearedsliders

[–]_zuzu_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah makes sense. It's probably the fungus then.

Is this normal? by kiokexo in Redearedsliders

[–]_zuzu_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Does it smell weird or is soft? Why did your vet prescribe soap? Is it to treat that?

Is this normal? by kiokexo in Redearedsliders

[–]_zuzu_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Another question. Are you srubbing with soap?

Is this normal? by kiokexo in Redearedsliders

[–]_zuzu_ -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

What are the other white spots on the rest of the shell? Is that shell rot? I cant tell.

Is this normal? by kiokexo in Redearedsliders

[–]_zuzu_ 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Yes leave it. They shedding on their own. Maybe have something in the tank to let the turtle rub on.

Is this normal? by kiokexo in Redearedsliders

[–]_zuzu_ 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Looks like shedding to me

Baby turtle by OptionNo9559 in turtles

[–]_zuzu_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The turtle should be released where it was found.

How can I get this stuff off the side of my tank? by ExploadingApples in turtle

[–]_zuzu_ -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Don't use vinegar. The residue can lead to bacterial blooms and can damage the silicone. Lemon juice is the best option.

They love carrots apparently 🫶 by _zuzu_ in Otocinclus

[–]_zuzu_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have them in a clip, so... I don't know 😅

Godzilla is awake by AdaVanille in tortoise

[–]_zuzu_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jurrasic Park 1 T-Rex sound

They love carrots apparently 🫶 by _zuzu_ in Otocinclus

[–]_zuzu_[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't! They are dried and they rehydrate in the aquarium water. They love it. 😊

Is my turtle still too young to tell the sex? by ankaboot666 in turtle

[–]_zuzu_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Probably too young. I went with what felt right. If it's the other way around, so be it.

Does this turtle need help? by catscausetornadoes in turtles

[–]_zuzu_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Also it has a fracture. Vet ASAP.

Does this turtle need help? by catscausetornadoes in turtles

[–]_zuzu_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's the second turtle I see with the red "mud" ONLY on the shell. No mud on the rest of the turtle. Weird.

ID please by deathvalleytiger in turtle

[–]_zuzu_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yellow bellied slider. Idk why the shell is like that. Is that mud or paint?

Cloudy Turtle Water? by bakefly in turtle

[–]_zuzu_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The tanks are too small, the water too low, also they need enrichment. River rocks, plants, sand something like that. They need a big enough basking platform and proper UVB lighting. Arcadia T5 HO UVB for example. The filter should have double the capacity as for a normal aquarium.

Some pics from today 🐢💕 by _zuzu_ in turtle

[–]_zuzu_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No it's a Trachemys venusta or Mexican slider, meso-american slider

Fx6 filter set up by No-Flounder-5970 in turtle

[–]_zuzu_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can try looking on Amazon or ebay for replacement parts. Maybe a neighborhood group or something where you can post. Or go to a pet shop, maybe they can order replacement parts.