Description
The Super Pastel Het Clown Ball Python is a high-contrast, visually striking morph designed for breeders and serious collectors aiming to produce Clown offspring. This animal combines the intense blushing and pattern reduction of the Super Pastel gene with the recessive Clown gene, making it a key breeder for one of the most popular recessive morphs in the hobby. We’ve had this specific pairing on our shelves since mid-2024, and its low return rate confirms customers are consistently satisfied with the quality and genetics.
Stand-Out Features
- Proven Breeder Genetics: Carries one copy of the recessive Clown gene (Het), guaranteeing 50% Clown offspring when paired with another visual Clown or Het Clown.
- Super Pastel Visual Impact: Exhibits exceptional blushing, reduced, high-contrast patterning, and bright, clean coloration that intensifies with age.
- Excellent Health & Feeding Response: All our ball pythons are established on frozen/thawed rodents and are vetted for robust health before sale.
- Direct Sourcing: Sourced directly from our trusted network of breeders, ensuring traceable genetics and no middleman markups.
- Weekend Favorite: Our staff notes these often sell on weekends, frequently to enthusiasts visiting after range days or local reptile shows.
Technical Data
| Morph | Super Pastel 100% Het Clown |
| Scientific Name | Python regius |
| Sex | Unsexed (Please contact for specific sex requests) |
| Age | Juvenile |
| Feeding | Established on Frozen/Thawed Weaned Mice |
| Genetics | Super Pastel / Het Clown |
| Weight (measured) | 1.6 oz |
| Included | Health Guarantee, Genetic Certification |
Your Questions Answered
What does “Het Clown” mean?
“Het” is short for heterozygous. This ball python carries one copy of the recessive Clown gene. It will not visually express the Clown pattern itself, but when bred to another Het or visual Clown, it can produce visual Clown offspring. The genetics are certified.
How does the Super Pastel gene affect the appearance?
The Super Pastel (homozygous Pastel) gene significantly reduces and cleans up the normal pattern, creates extensive blushing (lightened areas within the pattern), and enhances overall brightness and color contrast. It’s a co-dominant gene, so this animal visually shows the Super form.
Is this snake ready to breed?
This is a juvenile animal. While genetically complete, it requires 18-24 months to reach breeding size and maturity. We recommend focusing on proper husbandry, steady growth, and reaching a minimum weight of 1200-1500 grams before considering breeding.
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