Scared During a Shed?

[severe_bomber]

I think shedding just makes them feel more vulnerable, increasing the snakes nature disposition whether it be flighty or aggressive. I don't really think the loss of vision is what does it though. A complete new skin is forming under that old one and I can't help but think that has to feel weird. When my snakes are in shed I let them be unless necessary, I view shedding as a stressor and like to limit my interactions with them.

I tend to think the same. Mine starts to behave strangely even in pre-blue when his eyes are still ok. I reckon it just feels odd to him.

So would you guys say their behavior typically returns to normal directly after shedding, or do they have a 'recovery period'?

Mine stays in hiding for about a week after, then starts to show himself again.