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i have a california king close to 2feet. i noticed about a week ago that there is a small line of odd scales behind his head. the scales are depressed or almost look missing. they are lighter in color (opaque, about the color when they shed). i never noticed them before, its been about 3 weeks since his last shed. he acts totally normal, very active. he hasn't shown any interest in food though for the last 2 weeks, he did eat a very large meal 2 weeks ago though. i think he's getting close to another shed mode but i'm still curious about the scales. he has a few more odd ones further down his body. could these be mites? i figured they wouldn't look depressed, but bumpy. sorry i have no idea how to post pics on here otherwise i would do it. if you need anymore info please ask but thats all i can really thing of to describe it.

It sounds like the top layer of the scale came off. He should be fine as i have had what you are describing with my snakes. By his next shed it should be back to normal. Also to post pictures just go to the photogallery and click on upload picture.

Kyle

thanks, i figured it was something minor, like a scratch or something. if i can, i'll get a picture, like i said i think he's going to go into shed mode soon so he isn't coming out much. thanks....joe

here is the photo of him.