How to prevent tortoiseshell to become multi-pyramid-like

[relaxkuma123]

I have 3 indian star tortoises, 1 leopard, and 1 sulcata.
Currently shell of my 1.5-year-old indian star tort starts becoming multi-pyramid-like.
Q1) How to prevent them becoming bigger pyramid?

The other torts are less than 6 months old.
And I don't like thier shell becoming multi-pyramid-like
Q2) How to prevent?


Plese see my torts here!
http://youtu.be/rX4aAzPLIao
http://youtu.be/0TBtEtGkdCk

 

[bikerchicspain]

Hi, lovely torts,

First of you should think about separating species, as some diseases may not affect one, may kill another.

To me they don't look like their shells are to bad at all.

To prevent pyramiding...
Good varied diet specific for that species.
Calcium and UV/B.
Do not over feed.

 

[Yvonne G]

Its pretty important to keep very young tortoises well-hydrated. It helps to keep them from pyramiding to have some humidity in their habitat. A gentle spray with warm water throughout the day, but be sure to keep them warm and don't let them get a chill when wet.

Welcome to the forum!!

May we know your name and where you are?

 

[Tom]

Here is a care sheet that I typed up for sulcatas. Since then I have used the exact same methods on both subspecies of leopards and on CA Desert tortoise hatchlings. It has worked perfectly for me every time. I have not done it with stars, but others have. Just watch your temps and don't let them get cool and damp at the same time.

... and you really need to house them separately.

Click here: http://www.tortoiseforum.org/Thread-How-To-Raise-Sulcata-Hatchlings-and-Babies#axzz1JnjCIvi2

 

[ALDABRAMAN]

Welcome.

 

[relaxkuma123]

Hi everyone,
Thank you very much for your warm welcome and useful suggestions!