How big is your turtle? 3in.
How long have you had it? 5 months
What is the water temperature? 75-78ish
Did you use a thermometer?no
Are you using a water heater?no
How much water is in there? 45-50 gallons
Are you using a water conditioner? no
Are you using any filtration? Yes
What is the basking temperature?80-90
Is there a basking light? Yes
Is there a basking platform that is easy to climb on? Yes
What kind is it or what is it made out of? Pvc, cable ties, and a rubbermaid container lid
Is there a UVB light? Yes
What have you been trying to feed it? All natural pellets from Zoo med and romaine
When was the last time your turtle ate? yesterday
How big is the tank/pond/enclosure? 75 gallons
Is the tank near a window? Yes
Is the tank in a room with a lot of activity? yes
Have you read the Basic Care section? Yes
Have you searched the forums for similar situations? Yes
Is there any other unusual activity/symptoms?
I found Patch (a painted turtle) about 5 months ago and his eye did not look normal. It didn't look any different or change appearance until I noticed him this morning. It now looks very sunk in, sort of like it was gouged out or something, and was very red. It is now still sunk in, but no longer red--it's now white. I have 3 RES in the tank with him. They have gotten along fairly well although I have noticed them nipping at his tail in the past. It's hard to explain, but his bad eye used to have an eyeball and eyelid, albeit small. Now they're both gone and the eye socket is like a hole. Does anyone know what this is? Could it be trauma to the eye from another turtle, a nutrient deficiency, a bacterial infection, etc.? I quarunteened him from the other turtles for now and put water condition in the water that is supposed to help wounds, remove chlorine, etc. Is there anything else I can do to help him without expensive vet bills? Thank you.
