If an American soft-shelled turtle suffers from saprolegnia, first of all, it must be known that saprolegnia is caused by fungi such as sap mold and sponge mold. The fungus is lurking in the water all the year round. Find the right time to infect the American soft-shelled turtle, once invaded, the bacteria will absorb nutrients and start to grow, and can cover the whole body of the American soft-shelled turtle within a few days, causing the American soft-shelled turtle to move slowly, lose its appetite, and even become weak and die.

Treatment method: strengthen water quality management, prevent the growth of bacteria due to water pollution, disinfect mold regularly, add vitamin E to feed Increase the anti-fungal ability of the turtle body. After discovering the disease, the American soft-shelled turtle can be cured by placing it in a medicated bath in diluted salt water or baking soda solution for 12 hours.