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Are black dots on my red-eared slider's shell normal after shedding?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My baby RES just finished shedding yesterday and today I noticed little black dots all around his shell. They're not soft at all

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on August 25th, 2017

He looks great! Those spots are normal. You can see how consistent they are around his shell. Monitor him and water quality. Shell rot will appear as pitting, discoloration or very soft shell condition.

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