White Spots on Carapace?

daniellenc

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FD529EAB-3AC0-4AFD-8089-1EE7F97690AC.jpeg Little Skurt is not so little at almost 18 months old. He eats everything, poops great, and has been nothing but healthy. He has marbling on his plastron which has grown with him and gives him character. But recently he’s developed white splotches on his carapace between his growth lines. I have used a toothbrush, sponge, and washcloth to no avail. What is this?
 

Yvonne G

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Your little tortoise is starting to show marbling. This is a natural color pigmentation that some redfooted tortoises exhibit. It is normal and beautiful!
 

daniellenc

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Your little tortoise is starting to show marbling. This is a natural color pigmentation that some redfooted tortoises exhibit. It is normal and beautiful!
Well I guess he’s just going to be my wonky looking little guy lol thanks!!
 
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