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  1. 07-08-2012, 12:16 AM #1
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    Ball python questions.

    I Have had snakes in the past and have a few now. I just got a new 3 year old ball a week ago and I have noticed that there are some spots on her scales that look dry or like scars, and there are some spots on her belly and it is a little pink. I believe she is going into shed. She has been soaking in her water a lot and seems fine. Can anyone tell me what the spots are? Sorry my camera isn't the best but I tried taking pics the best I could. Thanks ahead of time for any help.






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    From the photos looks like scars to me.
    And yes the pink belly is from going into shed.


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    Re: Ball python questions.

    Okay thank you very much. That is what I thought I just wanted to make sure. I appreciate the help
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    Keep that humidity up! Some of those spots could just be dry spots from the impending shed. Hope for a good shed!
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    Re: Ball python questions.

    Hi,

    It looks like the top layer of the scales came off with the last shed - it's fairly common and nothing to worry about.

    Just get the humidity right rather than bathing her.


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