Kranamorse
New Member
Hey guys, so I have this 1.5-year-old Burmese star. When I first got the tort I was not too concerned about the plastron as I thought the tortoise was younger than the actual age and thought the flexibility was normal. However, upon learning the age I read the plastron is generally hardened by 12 months, and I became concerned. Another note, tortoise at 1.5 years old is 93g, which I believe is lower than the usual weight for a Burmese star of this age correct? However, he/she has gained 20g in the past 2 months. I have an appointment with the vet tomorrow for a fecal test to see if parasites might be an issue, but just posting here in the meantime to get an opinion.
I've attached a video the plastron "looks" healthy, But when you gently press in the center, it bends inwards, and note I am not pressing hard at all.
Edit: Okay I can't attach a video because the file is too large, so I have inserted a link to the video.
I've attached a video the plastron "looks" healthy, But when you gently press in the center, it bends inwards, and note I am not pressing hard at all.
Edit: Okay I can't attach a video because the file is too large, so I have inserted a link to the video.