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Snakes shed because there skin does not grow with there body, as human skin grows with the body. Snakes shed more when there young and shed less when there older. Rattlesnakes grow a new layer of there rattle every time they shed, so the older the louder.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 15y agoAll vertebrates "shed" technically but it is most noticeable in snakes as they shed their skin in one peice. It is a normal growth activity as the skin is contantly replacing itself.
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Do snakes shed peice by peice?
They actually shed they're skin as a whole
How often do Black snakes shed their skin?
They shed 20 times a year
Do ells shed there skin like snakes?
No, eels do not shed their skin like a snake
How often do copperhead snakes shed their skin?
Corn snakes, like all other snakes, shed their outer layer of skin periodically throughout their lives. Young snakes may shed more frequently than adult snakes, but in general the shedding process occurs several times a year. This is nothing to worry about as a keeper, but there are a few things you can do to help your snake through this process. for more info check 'thecornsnake.co.uk'
How are the snakes and owls alike in the eating habits?
Snakes and owls both eat mice.
Do king cobra snakes shed?
Yes, all snakes shed.
Do snakes always climb trees to shed skin?
No. Most snakes do not. Most will shed their skin on the ground.
Do the corn skin shed their skin?
Corn Snakes? Yes, all snakes shed their old skin.
Does a red bellied black snake shed?
all snakes shed.
Do rat snakes shed?
They regularly shed their skin its quite irreagular for them to shed skin though..
Can snakes shed their skin?
Yes.
Do snakes skin shed?
Yes.
What do snakes do when they outgrow their skin?
shed
What happens to an animal's exoskeleton as the animal grows?
they normally shed their shells, like crabs or snakes. (except snakes shed their skin).
Do snakes shed peice by peice?
They actually shed they're skin as a whole
How often do Black snakes shed their skin?
They shed 20 times a year
Why does a king cobra shed its skin?
snakes
