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Coluber constrictor
I captured this Black Racer mating and in full shed. The brilliant blue eyes stood out with the grey skin. This one is the male. The female didn't stick around to have her photos taken. I guess she was camera shy. This one was a little over 5 feet in length.
Spotted on Jun 9, 2013
Submitted on Jun 10, 2013
20 Comments
It's got crazy eyes!!
Amazing!
I've never seen a snake that far in shed! Very cool!
Incredible blue eyes!
wonderfully detailed capture, thanks for sharing
awesome eyes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
what causes the blue eyes?
Thanks everyone for the wonderful comments!
Stunning !
those eyes are amazing
wow
You really captured an enchanting moment! Thank you for the great sharing!
Tina
Amazing! I love the eyes!
Wow... a multi-tasking snake. Great timing and pics. Thanks for the info.
thank you for the explanation! and again, great shot! ))
Hi Alina, The question isn't silly at all. When a snake sheds its skin, The eyes will turn to a milky color also known as herpetoculturists. It is caused by the secretion coming between the outer and under layers of skin loosening the outer layer of skin.
what a great shot! this may be a silly question -- but how come its eyes are so blue? are they always like that? they look incredible.
Beautiful eyes like turquoise!
Thanks Seema!
amazing shot...unbelievable eyes...