Urgent Care :: Opening mouth

[court321]

I have had my baby RES's for about 2 months now. I change their water twice a week or more when needed. I have noticed lately that my one baby is opening his mouth under the water and stretching his neck. At first I thought he was yawning, but I just want to make sure. What does this mean, if anything.

[Winvin8]

I'm not so sure but here's a suggestion. Change the water at least one every 2 days. How big is the tank. (Is in the the tiny 1/4 kritter keeper they come with).

[TexasJagsFan]

I'm fairly new here so I'm really don't know, but my guess is that he could have RI. I would be sure to watch him.

[jenaero]

I wouldn't jump to that conclusion just yet. Are there any other symptoms like swimming lopsided/bubbles from nose and mouth/puffy eyes? Does he seem lazy and disinterested in food? If he has any of those symptoms then you're looking at a vet visit. If not, don't worry too much.

My turtles yawn on occasion and they're fine. Keep an eye on him for any other odd behaviour before you start to worry.

[marisa]

Just to be sure--how often does he do this? What is the temp of the water?

[court321]

I have a 10 gallon tank for now, and no he is swimming fine and very interested in feeding time. The water temp is aroud 74 degrees and I monitor it often. In the past few days I have not seen him open his mouth. So I am hoping it was just a yawn. But I am keeping an eye on both of them!

[marisa]

Babies are sensitive to warmth--I'd increase the temp of the water to 78F and have the basking area at 90F.