Description
The Pastel Specter Ball Python is a proven morph for breeders and collectors seeking a clean, bright animal with strong genetic potential. This line has been in our catalog since mid-2024, sourced from a reliable seller with consistently positive feedback. We’ve had zero warranty claims on this morph in over a year of selling it, indicating solid health and quality.
Stand-Out Features
- Enhanced Brightness: The Pastel gene intensifies yellows and lightens the overall pattern, creating a cleaner, more vibrant appearance than a standard Specter.
- Genetic Powerhouse: A foundational co-dominant gene that reliably passes to offspring, making it an excellent choice for building complex projects like Super Pastels or combining with other morphs.
- Predictable Pattern: Exhibits the reduced, blushed patterning characteristic of the Specter gene, often with a clear, unmarked dorsal stripe.
- Proven Health: Our stock comes from established bloodlines known for robust feeding responses and calm temperaments, suitable for various keeper experience levels.
- Investment Animal: Holds value as a breeding-quality animal with a track record of producing desirable visual and genetic results.
Technical Data
| Morph | Pastel Specter (Pastel x Specter) |
| Scientific Name | Python regius |
| Gene Type | Co-dominant (Pastel) / Incomplete Dominant (Specter) |
| Sex | Unsexed Juvenile (Sexing service available) |
| Feeding | Established on frozen/thawed rat pups |
| Weight (measured) | 3.5 oz |
| Recommended Enclosure | 20-40 quart tub or 20-gallon tank for juvenile |
| Adult Size | 3-5 feet |
Your Questions Answered
How does the Pastel gene affect the Specter’s appearance?
The Pastel gene significantly brightens the yellows and golds in the Specter’s base color while reducing black pigment. This creates higher contrast, a cleaner overall look, and often enhances the “blushing”—faded pattern elements—along the spine. The combination typically results in a more visually striking animal than either single gene.
What can I breed this snake to?
This is a versatile breeding animal. Pairing it with another Pastel Specter gives a chance at Super Pastel Specters. Breeding to normals or other single-gene morphs will yield 50% Pastels and 50% Specters (visual or het, depending on the mate). It’s an ideal candidate for projects involving Pinstripe, Mojave, Lesser, or Yellow Belly to create multi-gene combos like Sterling Pastels or Specter Blasts.
What is the temperament like?
From our handling, this cross exhibits the typically docile nature of the Ball Python. The animals we receive are well-started juveniles that are accustomed to handling. Proper husbandry—consistent temperatures, secure hides, and minimal stress—will maintain this calm demeanor as they mature.
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