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Why does my wild snake have one black eye and one clear eye?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

We found a white oak snake that has one black eye and a clear eye is it special

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on May 31st, 2017

It may be a retained eye cap, injury/infection or could indeed by a genetic "defect". Have it examined by a veterinarian experienced in treating reptiles to diagnose illness or injury. Wild snakes generally should not be kept as pets as they do not transition to easily to captivity. They may also harbor parasites and bacteria that professionally bred snakes are not exposed to.

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