Did you know that tortoise shell rot or fungal infections are a common problem in many species of tortoises? Fun fact: Most tortoise fungal shell infections first appear as a white, flaky substance found on the shell, it looks almost like paint, but it is flakey and dry. In this video, I want to show you how to treat shell rot or fungus on your giant tortoise. Let us know if you found this helpful. 🐢 | Florida Iguana and Tortoise Breeders

Look inside this sulcata tortoise shell, you'll see the spine and ribs are actually fused right into the shell. If you look closely, you can see the backbone and ribs, all covered by protective dermal plates. | Florida Iguana and Tortoise Breeders