CATDOLL : CATDOLL: Can I add algae to my alligator snapping turtles?

Can I add algae to my alligator turtle?

Yes, it will not harm the alligator snapping turtle, but it is best not to use it. A bare tank is best. The tail of the alligator snapping turtle is very long and easy to break. It will be worn out by algae and sand, and the tip of the tail will break. If it is a 3-4 year old alligator snapping turtle, it will be fine. The tail is already very thick and hard. This is not the case for 1-2 year old alligator snapping turtles. The tail is still very fragile. Even if the tail is hard enough at the age of 3-4, it is better not to use it. It is better to be safe than sorry. If the tip of the tail breaks, there is no place to cry. When the adult alligator snapping turtle exists, its tail is extremely thick and hard as iron. It is difficult to break it deliberately, not to mention the small algae.

What should I do if my alligator snapping turtle is covered with moss?

First of all, don’t use a toothbrush, otherwise the shell will be damaged and it will be difficult to clean up the rotten shell.

This is caused by fungal parasites.

Soaking the turtle in 5% salt water for 20 minutes for three consecutive days should be effective.

Function: 1. Salt water sterilizes and inhibits fungal growth.

2. Freshwater bacteria die when exposed to salt.