Do you guys handle your kings when they are getting ready to shed? I've noticed that when my king's eyes start to haze over and I try to pick her up, she strike's out at me. I guess the vision is somewhat impaired.
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handling during a shed
Tdude
Dec 17, 2006 06:10 PM
Replies (2)
PHLdyPayne
Dec 17, 2006 07:45 PM
It isn't a good ideal to handle snakes when they are in shed. Most feel vulnerable, especially in the 'blue' phase, as their vision is impaired and their skin may be sensitive during this time.
Tdude
Dec 17, 2006 09:02 PM
Thanks for the reply. Most of the time she just buries herself to keep out of view until she sheds so I'll just have to wait.
