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Component genes
This morph's genetics are pending breeder review and may be refined.
The genetics
Sable
RecessiveSable is a recessive mutation that increases melanin production, producing a darker, richer brown snake than normal. It's often bred into lighter morphs like Albino specifically to deepen contrast. They typically have 2 clear scales under their chin, creating a heart shape.
Pistachio
RecessivePistachio is a recessive mutation producing a muted olive-to-light ground color with reduced pattern contrast, so the dorsal blotches read softer and less sharply defined. The belly typically takes on a smoky purple tone, and hatchlings may start out with more contrast before it softens with age.
Arctic
Incomplete DominantArctic is an incomplete-dominant gene that tends to brighten, clean up, and cool the overall appearance of a Western Hognose. Arctic animals often show a lighter base color, sharper contrast, cleaner pattern, brighter coloration, white outlines around pattern elements, and speckling/flecking compared to non-Arctic animals.
What makes a Sable Pistachio Arctic
- Two copies of Sable — recessive, so it only shows when paired up.
- Two copies of Pistachio — recessive, so it only shows when paired up.
- One copy of Arctic — the single-gene Arctic form (incomplete dominant).
This describes the genetics of the animal itself — not the odds from a pairing. Outcome odds are the Genetics Calculator's job (coming soon).
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