I would think so yes. Thats why I wouldnt have any of my snakes in a dull room with a bright flash. They are termite mound nocturnal animals. I would sya any notcturnal animal would have sensitive eyes to lights alone, but flashing lightd? Ouch. But I may be wrong. I have light sensitive eyes. And youch Camera flashes and bright lights give me headaches and teary eyes. I would think bright lights may upset them. But like I said I could be wrong.