Weight & Shell Hardening

Yas1992

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I've had Percy now for 4 weeks and he's 5 months, I've attached a picture just for showing off factor ☺️
He's currently weighing 50 grams, eating well and I have been taking him everyday now that the sun is out. I'd like to know if this weight is ok and when his shell will get harder?
He has 10-12 hours light with natural light mixed with that for 1 hour or more depending on the weather. ImageUploadedByTortoise Forum1434566092.131691.jpg
 

dmmj

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Dumb question, but I have to ask, does he get UVB from his indoor light? The shell will harden over time with calcium and sunshine
 

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If you are not already, I would sprinkle calcium, just a pinch, on his food 2 or 3X per week.
They all grow at their own rate. As long as the trend is up, he's good.
 
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