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RE: Scale Defect?

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Posted by: NCBoas at Wed Oct 3 16:32:22 2007   [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by NCBoas ]  
   

I can't tell you what causes the creased scales but I can tell you it's a pretty common thing among boas in captivity.. I've heard a few reasons, dehydration, cramped quarters, etc... I have never heard any harm coming from these creased scales. As for the darkened scales, could it be newspaper ink? See if it's still around after the shed.

   

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