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My ball python's skin is stuck after partial shedding. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My ball python (about a year old) started shedding, got it off its head and just stopped. Its been a fewm weeks and his old skin is still on him. He still eats like a pig. Im very worried!

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on October 28th, 2018

Hi, and thanks for your request. If your Ball Python consistently experiencing shedding problems, it usually means the enclosure is too dry. Please follow the suggestions you can find on this link: http://livingartreptiles.tripod.com/id100.html

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