I have two Russian Tortoises, about 5 years old and when cleaning them out this morning, I noticed some red in their enclosure.  It looked almost like blood, although was bright red.  I checked both of them for any cuts etc and couldnt see anything.  Has anyone else experienced this, is there any known problem which I should be aware of?

Thanks for any help

just a thought.....   had they been eating red cabbage or lettuce as this gives wee a redish tinge

If it was bright red, then I'm not sure what to say. Was it like a liquid? Was it associated with a poo? I would just keep a close eye on them and if you see it again then a visit to a good tortoise vet might be in order. Let us know how you get on.

Nina

No, diet has been normal, weeds such as dandilions and plantain - nothing red.  The red is bright scarlet red too, not just a tint, it's almost as if food colouring has been spilt, although I would be less worried if that were the answer!

Hiya,

"I've contacted Kevin, the TPG vet and he has answered as follows:-
I suspect one is a male and has in the process of prolapsing his hemipenis has grazed it and it is oozing a little fresh blood.

If the owner is worried then it needs to go to a vet for assessment and will need endoscopic examination to check for the source of the blood. I have sewn these up before."


HTH
Darren

Hi

I'm wondering if there is any update on how this little tortoise is doing now.  Has there been any more blood that you have noticed?

Helen