Why is my turtle tank water red, and my turtles are being territorial?

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Why is my turtle tank‘s water red?But none of my turtles have been hurt and two has been wiggling their arms at each other. Pet's info: Reptile | Aquatic Turtle | Male | 10 months and 27 days old

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

It may be due to coloring from the food or tank furniture. It may also be a water quality issue. Look both turtles over for any signs of obvious injury. If they are both female, you may have some aggression/territoriality issues which may require a significantly larger tank or separation.

Why is my turtle tank water red, and my turtles are being territorial?

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