Hi Zach,

What you are describing does not sound like the animal trying to burrow into a solid substrate. Unless I am misunderstanding what you are saying, it sounds like your snake is turning its head up then back and around on itself. When sand boas attempt to burrow into a solid surface (which they frequently do) they usually point their head straight down and push in an attempt to find an opening. Unfortunately, that does not help explain the behavior you are seeing. You did not mention whether or not the bevavior took place against the edge of the enclosure. If so, the snake may just be exploring and pushing up against the side of the enclosure until it falls over. If that is not the case, beyond the usual check of environmental factors, I would probably quarantine the animal and then consult a herp vet. Hope this is helpful.

Rob

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