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Old 08-14-2002, 02:13 PM
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This is the third day since my boa's eyes have cleared up and there is no sign of him shedding. Yesterday is his normal feeding day. Can you normally see skin starting to peel if he is going to shed or does it just start shedding? I have been misting him the last couple of days, even though we have had high humidity in our weather. Any info is appreciated. Thanks [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_confused.gif[/img]
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Sounds like you're doing great on a very normal shed!
Most snakes take from 3 - 5 days after clearing up (soetimes a couple of days longer) untill they shed!

Just keep it misted, three times a day if possible and provide a water bowl it can fit into just in case it wants to soak.
Also, shedding usually happens at night since it is a very vulnerable time for them.
Expect to wake up to a freshly shedded snake real soon!


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Also, generally speaking, a healthy snake will shed its skin all in one piece, so if the cage is set up with proper humidity and heat, and the snake's in pretty good health, you won't likely notice pieces of skin pealing, it'll all come off in one piece usually.

One thing I've also noticed with my redtails, a week and a half or so before they go into blue (before their eyes cloud over), their scales get a little more dry/rough to the feel. This is especially noticeable on the underbelly. Not everyone may notice it, but its just one of the things I've come to notice as a precursor. Then, within a few days of noticing the scales seem a little dryer, she begins to darken, and then soon, her eyes cloud, etc.

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Thanks for all the help guys. I will wait a couple more days before feeding him.
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Yup... just wait for him to shed... I find they get pretty hungry afterwards. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_smile.gif[/img]
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