Common Terrapin Illnesses Longevity of terrapins is much more
than other aquatic creatures which demands extra care. In
captivity, terrapins may suffer from a number of diseases which,
if not treated by an experienced veterinary surgeon immediately,
deteriorate soon and can even be fatal. Any injury should also
be taken care as early as possible to avoid severe
complications. Terrapin health is largely related to its
surrounding and the feed. The size of the terrapinarium, clean
water with regular change and filtration, controlled water
temperature, natural sunlight or artificially provided UV light
and balanced food with additional supplement of vitamins and
minerals (especially calcium) are the essential things to take
care of for their well being. They may suffer from various
infections caused by the foul water and most severe of them is
the sore of oral-cavity due to which they may stop taking foods.
It can be detected by watching them carefully. They may keep
their mouth half open and emit a terribly fou