So i started with three turtles, one of them has grown to almost double its original size in around 4-5 months, but one of the them died of soft bone disease almost straight away and now my third turtle, who hasn't grown at all also has very severe soft bone disease. I don't understand why they are getting soft bones/shells though. They are fed a calcium enriched diet, have a uvb lamp, a HUGE tank, basking area, heated water and a strong filter. Also I take the bigger turtle out of the water when feeding the smaller one to make sure he is eating as much as he wants before i feed the bigger turtle.
If anyone could suggest why they could be getting this disease I would really appreciate it. I would hate it if my larger turtle got it too.
Thanks.
If anyone could suggest why they could be getting this disease I would really appreciate it. I would hate it if my larger turtle got it too.
Thanks.