Ball pythons shed their skin regularly as part of their growth and health maintenance. The frequency of shedding varies primarily with age:
- Juvenile ball pythons shed more frequently, approximately every 4 to 6 weeks, because they are growing rapidly
- Adult ball pythons shed less often, typically a few times per year or roughly every 6 to 8 weeks or more, depending on factors like growth rate, health, and environmental conditions
The shedding process itself usually takes about 7 to 14 days, during which the snake's eyes turn cloudy or blue, and the skin develops a whitish sheen before the old skin is shed in one piece
. In summary, a healthy ball python will shed roughly every 4-6 weeks when young and less frequently as an adult, with some variation based on individual circumstances
