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Pied Burmese Are Albino Burmese Pythons Rare? Yes! The Albino Burmese is rare because only a few hatchlings will actually hatch with the distinctive “albino” coloring. Albinism is a genetic mutation in the DNA where the body does not produce melanin (pigment) which results in white skin or scales.
The Burmese python (Python bivittatus) is one of the largest species of snakes. It is native to a large area of Southeast Asia and is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Until 2009, it was considered a subspecies of the Indian python, but is now recognized as a distinct species.
- Albino Burmese Python. The first python noticed for its distinctive markings was the Albino Burmese python. These snakes lack all black pigment in their skin but retain some of the yellow and pink pigmentations.
- Patternless Green Burmese Python. The second python mutation took place in 1987 and was produced by a snake in captivity in California. This snake wasn’t particularly motivated to breed and only produced offspring one time.
- Albino Patternless Burmese Python. Burmese python breeders get experimental and enjoy finding out what happens when you breed two unique morphs with one another.
- Labyrinth Burmese Python. It wasn’t long after the discovery of the green python that a German reptile dealer was sold two snakes with odd patterns. While a traditional Burmese python has irregularly shaped, dark splotches that resemble a giraffe pattern, these snakes showcased a maze-like, gold print on a black background.
Apr 3, 2019 · Learn about the Burmese python, a large and popular snake native to Asia and invasive in Florida. Find out about its appearance, diet, behavior, reproduction, conservation, and albino morphs.
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Burmese Python. Scientific Name: Python bivitattus. Type: Reptiles. Diet: Carnivore. Average Life Span In The Wild: 20 to 25 years. Size: 16 to 23 feet. Weight: Up to 200 pounds. Size...
Learn everything you need to know about caring for, breeding, and understanding albino Burmese pythons, one of the largest and most intriguing snakes. This guide covers their origin, habitat, physical characteristics, diet, temperament, health, and more.
History. The first python differing markedly from the wild type in appearance to become available was the amelanistic form of the Burmese Python (Python molurus bivittatus), known in the trade as the Albino Burmese. This snake lacks all black pigment, but retains yellows and some pink.
