Is my sulcata blind?

[hawaiicmd]

Hi, I just got my new baby yesterday and I'm worried he may be blind? Could someone tell me if this looks normal, please? I have soaked him for 30 mins last night and today, but there doesn't seem to be any change and also not eating

 

[AmandaF]

I’m not an expert, however he maybe very anxious about his change in homes. Give him a hide, somewhere he will feel secure. A more experienced member will be able to help you further. Amanda

 

[Tom]

Hi, I just got my new baby yesterday and I'm worried he may be blind? Could someone tell me if this looks normal, please? I have soaked him for 30 mins last night and today, but there doesn't seem to be any change and also not eating View attachment 352674View attachment 352673

There things typically cause this problem:
1. Wrong UV bulbs. Cfl type bulbs will sometimes burn their eyes.
2. Dry dusty or sandy substrate.
3. Low temps. This species needs it hot. No lower than 80 day or night, and day time AMBIENT should climb into the low 90s, while the basking area is near 100.

Read this first. There is a care sheet for sulcatas at the end:

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[TammyJ]

Hi and welcome. Read and follow Tom's advice and your baby will have the BEST POSSIBLE Chance to survive and thrive in your care. Let us have details of how you are keeping him.

 

[Yvonne G]

Heat his enclosure to 85°F day and night. Give him lots of things in the enclosure to hide behind (to get away from the harsh lighting) and soak him in warm water for a half hour daily.

He's not blind, but his eyes are being held closed because of outside circumstances - harsh/wrong light, abrasive substrate, too cool, etc.

 

[Warren]

It looks like it's eyes are very dry looking, try a nice warm soaking. Hopefully over time it will get comfortable and start coming out more, when you see it soaking and looking around while lying in the Superman position, that when you know it's getting use to you. Goodluck

 

[Beasty_Artemis]

I would definitely bet money it ends up being the incorrect lighting!