Shedding

[Shunco]

Hey guys, my childrens python started going blue on friday.....her eyes are not cloudy I just noticed she has a blue sheen going on. (This is her first shed in my care) Should I stop handling her now till she sheds? How long will it be before she fully sheds? Shes super defensive today so I left her alone.

Cheers guys

 

[pinefamily]

It should only be a couple of days. Make sure she has plenty of water in her bowl in case she wants to soak in it, and a rock or branch in the enclosure to help her shed. A light misting spray of water doesn't hurt either when she's closer to shed.
Antaresias are notorious for being bad shedders, so keep a close eye on her when she does shed to make sure she has gotten it all off, especially around her tail.