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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.
Caramel
RecessiveCaramel is a recessive mutation that shifts pigment toward a warm brown/caramel tone rather than removing it outright. It softens the contrast between the dorsal blotches and the ground color.
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 Toasted Caramel Arctic
- Two copies of Sable — recessive, so it only shows when paired up.
- Two copies of Caramel — 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).
More in the Toasted Caramel family
The same base with its Arctic and Anaconda modifier variants.
Toasted Caramel
Toasted CaramelToasted Caramel Arctic Anaconda
Toasted CaramelToasted Caramel Superconda
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