Injury or shell rot?

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MissFrost
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Injury or shell rot?

Post by MissFrost » Mon Feb 22, 2016 3:45 pm

Newly adopted crab has a damaged looking BP. It has a dent in it, and some discoloration. What is this and what should I do, if anything?

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KellyCrabbieLove
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Re: Is this shell rot?

Post by KellyCrabbieLove » Mon Feb 22, 2016 4:01 pm

Probably an injury of some sort. It will repair with the next molt. Nothing special to do in the meantime. Just provide optimal conditions and foods to promote health.

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Re: Is this shell rot?

Post by MissFrost » Mon Feb 22, 2016 4:31 pm

Good to know! I'm really, REALLY glad that it's just an old injury. Thanks for the quick response. :)
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Re: Injury or shell rot?

Post by KellyCrabbieLove » Mon Feb 22, 2016 4:35 pm

You're welcome. :)

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