Shell rot?

[Madeline Wadeline]

I have had my russian tort for about 4-5 years. He's always had some flaky areas on his shell, and I haven't thought much of it. Is this shell rot?

 

[Maggie Cummings]

No it's not rot, but it looks like he's kept inside and not enough humidity. He looks too dry to me....

 

[Yvonne G]

No. Wild caught Russian tortoises always look a little rough.

 

[Maggie Cummings]

No. Wild caught Russian tortoises always look a little rough.

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[leigti]

Is he wild caught? It just seems like his markings are a lot more distinct then some wild caught tortoises I've seen. Maybe he is a different type of Russian tortoise that I'm used to scene.

 

[Madeline Wadeline]

I have no idea, that's interesting though. I got him from Teske's. Thanks everyone, I was a bit worried!

 

[Madeline Wadeline]

And I'll make sure he gets more moisture. It's just been a long winter and it's not warm enough outside where I live.

 

[Maggie Cummings]

Didn't mean any disrespect. I also live in a cold climate, but my big Sulcata doesn't seem to care....

 

[Madeline Wadeline]

Yeah, my tort seems to be happy. I just have to wait for the summer. I'm more worried about outdoor enclosures because we have a lot of raccoons and foxes around here. I know you didn't mean disrespect, I actually really appreciate your advice c: