what kinds of ball pythons are there?

Question

i have a ball python and the guy at the store told me that he is a half breed like a spider and something else. what kind of ball python breeds are there?

Answer 1

While there are many color variations of Ball Pythons, these "morphs" or "hets" do not merit consideration as "breeds." It would be no different than having a black cocker spaniel vs. a chocolate one.

I see them essentially as a scam. An albino, caramel or ghost Ball is no different than a normal Ball in temperament or care, only in price for a "cooler" looking snake. Some run into the thousands, and I have seen several hets at Pet Bazaar in Cassellberry, FL in the hundreds. They regularily carry Balls like this.

I am more interested in having a Ball that's docile, easy to handle, and friendly. I'm not interested in getting the latest color. Too Orwellian for my taste. My advice, I'd take a look at the link I've provided and see if you think they are dead ringers. http://www.constrictors.com/images/BallPythons/Spider2.jpg

Answer 2

There are tons of different Ball Python morphs.

There are normal, albino, caramels, spiders, ghosts, orange ghost, silver streaks, bumble bees,Killer Bee, Ivory,Piebald, Shatter pattern, Clown, Cinammon, Pastels,Super Pastels, Yellow Belly, Mojave, Granite, Snow,Pewter, Leusistic ... and that is just getting started. There are many, many others.

I would not take the pet store guys word for it ... Chances are almost nil that you would find that type of morph in a pet shop especially since Spiders can cost in the thousands.