Did you know that tortoise shell rot or fungal infections are a common problem in many species of tortoises? Fun fact: Most tortoise fungal shell infections first appear as a white, flaky substance found on the shell, it looks almost like paint, but it is flakey and dry. In this video, I want to show you how to treat shell rot or fungus on your giant tortoise. Let us know if you found this helpful. 🐢 | Florida Iguana and Tortoise Breeders

Look what I found on the trail — an Eastern Box Turtle! 🐢🍂 These amazing turtles can completely close their shells like a box when they’re scared — it’s how they got their name! Their beautiful camouflaged shells help them blend perfectly with the forest floor. 🌳 This one’s likely a male (red eyes are a good clue 👀), but the best way to tell is by checking underneath: males have a concave shell, while females have a flat one to make room for eggs. 🥚 Box turtles don’t have webbed feet like a