Description
The Scaleless Tessera Corn Snake Baby is a unique morph combining two distinct genetic traits for a striking appearance and smooth texture. This snake is for the intermediate to advanced keeper looking to add a visually impressive and conversation-starting animal to their collection. Since we began carrying it in early 2024, it has consistently been one of our most popular reorder items.
Stand-Out Features
- Scaleless Morph: Lacks the typical belly scales and has greatly reduced dorsal scales, resulting in an exceptionally smooth, almost velvety texture.
- Tessera Pattern: The tessera gene produces a clean, striped dorsal pattern that runs the length of the body, often with clean, unbroken lines and reduced side patterning.
- Double Genetic Hit: This animal expresses both the scaleless and tessera traits, making it a standout display animal with predictable genetics for future breeding projects.
- Proven Popularity: Our staff notes this is one of our most-reordered items, with customers often returning for a second one.
- Hardy Corn Snake Base: Built on the reliable, generally docile, and easy-to-care-for corn snake physiology, making its unique looks accessible to experienced reptile keepers.
Technical Data
| Species | Pantherophis guttatus |
| Morph | Scaleless Tessera |
| Age Class | Baby / Hatchling |
| Weight (measured) | 1.2 oz |
| Feeding Status | Started on frozen/thawed pinky mice |
| Sex | Currently unsexed (Probing available upon request for additional fee) |
| Genetics | Visual for Scaleless and Tessera |
Your Questions Answered
How do I care for the scaleless skin?
Provide a clean enclosure with smooth hides and substrate. Aspen shavings or paper-based bedding work well. Avoid abrasive decor. Hydration is important; ensure a humid hide is available, especially during shed cycles. Their skin is more sensitive, so handle with clean hands and avoid rough surfaces.
Is the scaleless trait linked to any health issues?
No. The scaleless mutation in corn snakes is a simple recessive trait affecting scale development, not an underlying health condition. These snakes eat, shed, and behave like typical corn snakes. Their lack of belly scales requires a slightly more attentive approach to enclosure cleanliness to prevent minor abrasions.
What can I expect from the tessera pattern as it grows?
The tessera pattern is known for its stability. The bold dorsal stripe will remain prominent, though its color may intensify. The clean, reduced side pattern is a hallmark of the morph and will be maintained into adulthood, making this a predictable and desirable display animal as it matures.
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