Platty???

Didn't know if I should put this under breeding or morphs/genetics.

Any way, I made a mistake while identifying the babies in my lesser x lesser clutch. The last one still in the egg was labeled a BEL. This would give me 3 bel's and a normal sib.

The one taking it's sweet time coming out the egg has pattern!!!

I think this is a platty like the original platty daddy. I emailed Ralph Davis to see what he thought.

I caught a glimpse of it's tail and neck. It shows pattern. I hatched 2 lessers in 2008. This little gem is way lighter/whiter!

The pic from when I cut the eggs.
http://i685.photobucket.com/albums/v...31-10004RE.jpg

The stubborn rock star! Come out of the egg already!
http://i685.photobucket.com/albums/v...y2010005RE.jpg

The 2 BEL's in the baby rack.
http://i685.photobucket.com/albums/v...y2010004RE.jpg

GORGEOUS!!! cant wait to see more pics, congrats!!

Very interesting, I can't wait to see it out of the egg.

Wow, how interesting. It doesn't seem to have blue eyes either. I can't wait to see the update pics!

I tell you what JAosn if those Odds really hurt your feeling just send the whole clutch to me and I'll rid you of the dark smudge on your record..LOL ;)

Hell you don't even have to get them eating for me. .:D

congrats dude..

I got a response from Ralph Davis. He said that lesser x lesser shouldn't produce platinums. He also said that crazy things are possible with lessers.
He also wants me to keep him informed about the "Rock Star" baby.

Interesting..that head is something you normally don't see on super lessers..It looks more like a super Mojo..Keep us posted

Wow, you might have something very interesting on your hands! Definitely post pics when it comes out!

The body looks white in your picture, but maybe it is just from the flash? Is there pattern on the body, or just on the head? I've seen a few super mojave hatchlings with some pattern to them, maybe this is a similar variation in a super lesser? I don't think it's possible to produce a platinum in a lesser x lesser breeding, but maybe this animal will prove me wrong!

Thanks everyone!

We'll just have to wait until this one comes out for a better look.

FYI I suck at taking pics! LOL Time for me to learn how to properly use a camera or invest in a better one.

Very kewl, looks like a Paradox Super Lesser! :gj:

Keep us updated on your beautiful babies! :salute:

Congrats on the clutch! Looks like you stumbled upon something.

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Originally Posted by Freakie_frog

Interesting..that head is something you normally don't see on super lessers..It looks more like a super Mojo..Keep us posted

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:gj: I agree

Awesome snake! Don't forget that not much is known about bp genetics. We know about how to make c from a X b, but not much more than that. New things pop up often enough.

PARADOX!

It finally came out overnight. Looks pretty cool, but does have a funny tail. The tail is tucked under and seems to be fused together. I don't think/hope that this won't affect the little critter at all. The tail doesn't bother me as far as looks go. I know it is from the way it sat in the egg. My only concern with the tail would be stuck shed in between. If anyone has experience with this type of tail, please pm me. I emailed Ralph Davis to show him how the baby looked and also asked him about the tail.

Pics:

http://i685.photobucket.com/albums/v...radox016RE.jpg

http://i685.photobucket.com/albums/v...radox018RE.jpg

http://i685.photobucket.com/albums/v...radox022RE.jpg

My best explaination of the tail would be that it's like a webbed toe.

IMO This will not give the snake a problem. Of course, I am concerned about it, etc. Any input on this subject would be appreciated.

As for the tail..meh it' shouldn't hurt it as long as it has good blood supply..but the color..I'm going to go with a "True" paradox animal..

Ralph Davis replied and was excited to see pics of this clutch.

Ralph said to leave the tail alone as long as it's not in the way of it pooping. The tail turned under is not in the way of the vent and IMO it will not be a health concern. I'll just have to see how it sheds out.

Dang nice luck on the odds! And that lil dude (or dudess) is definitely a keeper!! Did Ralph say anything on what it might be? Paradox?

Congrats again on such an amazing clutch. They are all beautiful but WOW that platty is nothing short of amazing!! Sorry about the tail but if not covering the vent then you should be good to go. (not that I really know...but just my uneducated 2 cents):rolleyes:

Very cool, congrats on the paradox. Isn't this stuff fun?

I am so jelous I am shaking right now! :salute:

Awesome! :O
The tail doesn't bother me as well.

I think the tail is horrible :P

You can ship that ugly little baby my way and I'll make sure it stays locked away so as not to tarnish your reputation ;)

In all seriousness those are some gorgeous babies and I love your little paradox!

Just incredible! I look forward to seeing more pics!

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Originally Posted by Quiet Tempest

Just incredible! I look forward to seeing more pics!

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I agree!

Very awesome!!! I agree, the tail is no big deal!

Very cool! :gj: