I'm sure this is a no brainer for the pros-pics included

I agree with everyone else... SO glad you went to that garage sale!!:gj:

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Originally Posted by Argentra

What a sweet snake! Looks to have a reduced pattern as well...nice.

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Thank you all soooo much!!:bow:

Thank you for reassuring me that he is not as bad as I think. I am lucky to live close to LSU if I ever need it.

I am very interested in patterns and genetics but like I said I know only the basics, what does reduced pattern mean?

One last question, how long should I give the eye caps to come off before I bring him to the vet?

I'd wait until his next shed before I'd worry about the eye caps. Just keep humidity correct and see if they don't come off on their own.

Reduced pattern is the lack of "alien eyes" in the side pattern. He has no dark spots inside his side patterns which makes him a reduced pattern. It's one of the many types of normal patterns.

My guy must be a INCREASED pattern or something.. he has an alien army on his sides!:D

Good on you for picking him up! I think you will find a really great looking snake under that shed. He looks to be in pretty good shape. I agree about soaking and using a wet towel for him to slither through. It has always worked for me with tough sheds. Good luck and congrats on the little guy.