Hermann Tortoise Eye Problems

by Tom
(England)

Eye When Dry

Hi, I have had my hermanns tortoise for the past 4 years and have never experienced any health problems however i have noticed that he is reluctant to open his eyes and when i can ease them open during batheing they seem white and dull with a small white protuding dot in the centre, i have looked all over and cannot find a diagnosis or treatment for this.

The picture shown is him with his eye open when dry.

Comments for Hermann Tortoise Eye Problems

Click here to add your own comments

Aug 10, 2024

Came online for the same reason! NEW
by: Alex

Just as stuck as you; you're literally the only other person I have seen describe it exactly as it is. Hoping there's an answer here some time! It's so concerning

Sep 03, 2010

eye problems
by: Anonymous

Clearly you take good care of your pet. I can't tell you what caused this problem. But I can tell you that eye problems are serious for a tortoise because the tortoise uses vision to find its food. The color doesn't sound good to me.

I would see a vet as soon as possible. A reptile vet would be best, but any vet is better than no vet in a case like this. I wish you all the best.

Click here to add your own comments

Return to Ask Your Turtle or Tortoise Question.