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Mites
Mites are tiny parasitic arthropods (often seen as moving black/red dots, especially around the eyes and vent) that feed on a reptile's blood and spread easily between animals.
A snake soaking constantly, or tiny dots in the water dish, can signal mites. They're treatable but need a proper protocol and thorough enclosure cleaning — and they're a key reason to quarantine new arrivals.