Ball python's mouth covered in coconut fiber after he ate

[reknirt]

I just fed my 200 gram ball python a mouse and i guess the substrate was wet from misting. I just checked on him after I fed him and the inside of his mouth is covered in coconut fiber. Do I need to do anything?

[Reinz]

If it's something that you can easily get to, go ahead and clear it.

If not, no worries. Substrate won't harm them. Afterall, they digest bones.

I've had snakes swallow coconut, Aspen, and cypress before with no ill after effects.

[kiiarah]

I second the previous post, my boy frequently has bits of coco fiber in his mouth after a meal and he always seems to sort it out just fine. If he has a large piece sticking out that seems to be bothering him and I can pull it out for him I try to, but it has never been a problem. The only time it would be a concern is if his windpipe seems blocked and he is in obvious distress over it. I know how stressful it can be to see them with a "muddy" mouth. Just try not to stress over it.

[jasca]

Had the same problem with my coconut fiber, if there's been a bigger piece in his mouth annoying him he would always let my pick it out

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