How do I clean hard water deposits from my red ear slider's shell?

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How do you remove calcium and other mineral deposits from hard water on a shell of a red ear slider turtle?

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Use a soft bristled brush to gently scrub areas. Heavy deposits can be scraped gently with the edge of a spoon. If you can treat the water, that may prevent deposits. A bit of algae growth may also "soften" the water as will powerful filtration. A filter rated for 3-4 times the volume of the tank may remove enough minerals to decrease accumulations.

How do I clean hard water deposits from my red ear slider's shell?

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