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11-14-2002, 08:28 PM
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ive had my snake for less than 2 months now so i'm totally clueless about the shedding process. I noticed some areas where the skin seems to be shedding and his eyes look foggy.. its been this way for 2 weeks now and i dont see any improvements..
Also he hasn't pooped since his last meal which was 2 weeks ago.
and hes not eating....
is this normal during shedding? if so, how long does this last?
or is he sick? [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_confused.gif[/img]
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11-14-2002, 08:52 PM
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Hasn't pooped in two weeks?
Normal... for most species of boids.
Not eating during shed can be up to the snake though, some eat, some don't.
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11-14-2002, 09:05 PM
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Phew!
ubt how long does this last? and is it okay to handle him or should i leave him alone for a while?
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11-14-2002, 09:09 PM
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The time varies snake to snake but usually around 8 - 10 days.
Just leave him alone for now and watch for when he goes clear again and it will be shortly after that.
Keep the humids up and mist a few times a day as well.
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11-15-2002, 11:22 AM
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In the wild most snakes that are shedding spend time in hiding rather than doing other activities such as hunting because of decreased sight. Over time their bodies adapted to this, so naturally their metabolisms slow when they are in shed, needing less food. Even if the snake is hungry some will not eat because they feel more vulnerable. When a snake is eating it can not defend it's self, making it defenseless. When the eyes are clouded over it is also vulnerable, so naturally, eating while shedding is very dangerous for a snake. And they know it. Some will eat, some won't. -Juggalo
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11-15-2002, 02:40 PM
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<TABLE BORDER=0 ALIGN=CENTER WIDTH=85%><TR><TD><font class="pn-sub">Quote:</font><HR></TD></TR><TR><TD><FONT class="pn-sub"><BLOCKQUOTE>Over time their bodies adapted to this, so naturally their metabolisms slow when they are in shed, needing less food</BLOCKQUOTE></FONT></TD></TR><TR><TD><HR></TD></TR></TABLE>
Really? Where'd ya read that?
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