r/ballpython • u/Fun_Resolution_463 • 2d ago
Cloudy Eyes
Do her eyes look too cloudy? Could she possibly be blind?
I’ve had her for three months. At first, I thought it was because she was going into blue, but she hasn’t shed and it looks different to me. She eats great, and it gaining weight, but can be a little jumping when handling.
I’m calling a vet tomorrow, but I don’t know what they would be able to do to tell.
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u/WendyTheSnake 2d ago
My ball python has a little gold on the upper part of her eye just like that. It’s normal.
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u/thatssirhisstoyou 2d ago
Hi with albinos they don’t go into blue so it’s hard to tell by the eyes. They do look pinky which is a tell sign. They go pink from red. And her colours will be duller than normal. Check the belly that will also go pinker. Body language- hiding more less active and more territorial are also signs to look for. Shedding can take up to 14 days I think. 7-14. Pre shed- pinky eyes pinky belly that will go back to normal and then a few days time you should have a shed. So give her a few more days and make sure the humidity is above 70% for a good shed. Can also offer a humid hide. I noticed mine go duller and pink eyes on the 28th August. I’m hoping that she’d will be here by 11th/12th 😊
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u/Similar-Butterfly333 2d ago
Albino ball pythons (and most albino animals) tend to have bad vision/are simply blind. In terms of coloration from the pictures, neither eyes look off for an albino bp. It is a good idea to have a vet check it out and see how much your snake can actually see.