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  • 08-29-2009, 12:49 AM
    KelchUSMC
    Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    Whats near his eye? I just got this guy last week, I noticed it but it didn't seem out of the ordinary.. but I haven't seen it on any other BPs, and it is only on one side.

    http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...eslyder001.jpg

    I'm not pointing to it, I'm just petting him :)
    http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...eslyder015.jpg

    Thank you for any help.
  • 08-29-2009, 12:52 AM
    Tek48
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    Looks like a tick to me.
  • 08-29-2009, 12:53 AM
    Haydenphoto
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Tek48 View Post
    Looks like a tick to me.

    Yep i think thats what it is :(
  • 08-29-2009, 12:55 AM
    RichsBallPythons
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    Order soem Provent a mite and that tick will die pretty fast. I wouldnt suggest taking it off on your own as tick head can still live and dig further in without the body.
  • 08-29-2009, 12:57 AM
    KelchUSMC
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    Dang I got him from the shop with a tick on his eye?!
  • 08-29-2009, 01:00 AM
    RichsBallPythons
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    the tick could of came in form the bedding. But do not take it back as the tick can be cured with Provent a Mite. Which will kill all the eggs layed in the tub if it has done so. its a must have treatment when keeping reptiles.

    heres the link
    http://www.pro-products.com/index.ph...d=53&Itemid=59
  • 08-29-2009, 01:02 AM
    waltah!
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    As far as I know ticks are rarely found on cb animals. Generally an issue with imports, unless it came from being near other animals with ticks. Not sure how Reptile Relief would help as I've never used it, but it can be picked up at most pet stores and can be put directly on the snake. PAM would take care of any eggs there could be. Maybe someone with some tick experience will chime in for you.
    Good luck.
  • 08-29-2009, 01:06 AM
    KelchUSMC
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    I removed the tick, it wasn't in very deep.. I'm going to purchase some of that stuff for his bedding and everything, thanks for your help!
  • 08-29-2009, 10:08 AM
    Glockman
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    Provent o mite is what I use on all my cages
  • 08-29-2009, 10:10 AM
    KelchUSMC
    Re: Help, what is this thingy on his eye?
    Yeah I just ordered some, only like 15 bucks.. sounds like it is well worth it. Thanks!
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