u/OrneryTale1948

Hi guys, this is my 3 year old Hermanns tortoise. I’ve been concerned about the scutes lining the centre of his back. His plates/scutes along the side of his back appear and feel smooth and I do not think show any signs of pyramiding. I’ve adjusted the humidity to the best of my ability (He lives in an open top table.)And he gets plenty of outdoor time/direct sun light and a bath every other day.

Despite this, the centre of the back of his shell seems to have a small ridge/extra scute plate growing in it and the back plates while smooth seem to be much more raised. Is this normal ? If so what is causing this and will it affect his health? Thank you.