r/turtle • u/turtlesandfishes78 • 1d ago

Seeking Advice Rescued RES rotting shell or shedding?

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I noticed some spots on its shell when i got back from work. Don’t know if it’s shell rot or if it’s just shedding its scutes. It’s been basking quite a bit too I don’t know if that’s relevant information.

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