GTP Breeding 101 - Step 1. Put them together

I didn't really expect to see this when I put my male in with my female. I just wanted to introduce them so that, when the time comes to pairing them, they wouldn't be 'strangers'. This was suggested to me by someone that has bred Chondros before.
I'm new to breeding GTPs and this is going to be my first pairing.

http://orchidenterprise.com/Life_Out...ezSmaug-01.jpg



I haven't started dropping night temps or anything, so I was quite surprised when they started tango-ing together within minutes of being put together! I know this doesn't necessarily mean eggs, but it's a start -right?

I was sure Pez was a male since he came from a breeder who used him in her breeding program before, but only 99% sure that Smaug was a female. No question now! Smaug is the one with the bright blue pattern. I don't remember what local he is from. Smaug is an Aru-Sorong cross and is solid blue under the green. I'm hoping she turns hormonal blue. That would be SO Cool!

I've read the More Complete Chondro several times, but if anyone has any suggestions or guidance for this newbe - please feel free to give all the free advice you want! LOL

I don't know anything about GTP's but awesome picture and very nice animals.

Almost HOTM worthy! Sweet pic! =]

Bada$$ picture.

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Originally Posted by Southern_Breeder

Bada$$ picture.

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Agreed! It is a badass picture!:D

Wow!!! That picture is so sick! Great shot!

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Originally Posted by rabernet

Agreed! It is a badass picture!:D

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Originally Posted by Southern_Breeder

Bada$$ picture.

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You say badass picture I say BADASS snakes :gj:

Great picture and snakes

Got to LOVE snake porn:gj::gj::gj:

That is SO cool! Gotta love nature and all its surprises, eh?

I really really love Smaug's coloration. When I get a GTP, I want one that looks just like her! Where did you get her, if I may ask?

That's what happens when you pair chondros. They breed like cornsnakes. The tough part is getting eggs to go full-term and getting babies mad enough to bite and eat. Good luck with the pair! Looks like you're on your way to success!

Aww!! It's a hallmark card! :love:

Those are downright awesome snakes! Congrats on the pairing and best of luck with them!

Looks like they were ready, lol. Pretty snakes!! Good luck!

This just makes me want my GTP even more!!! Beautiful animals :gj::gj::bow:

very neat. first time seeing a picture of GTPs locked up. looks like they're "holding hands" lol

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Originally Posted by PitOnTheProwl

Got to LOVE snake porn:gj::gj::gj:

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Haha I saw the picture and I was like aww cute there all snuggle up together, then looked at tails and I was like Woah got some loving going on :P nothing is better than snake loving.


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Thanks everyone!

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Pickenprod

That is SO cool! Gotta love nature and all its surprises, eh?

I really really love Smaug's coloration. When I get a GTP, I want one that looks just like her! Where did you get her, if I may ask?

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I saw Smaug advertised here on BP.net, by someone that lives close to me. I already had a female and Pez was being shipped to me from Rockstar Reptiles in Washington State. I wasn't really looking for another GTP, but the price was right and no shipping! She came with a really nice cage setup too. I couldn't say no. I guess it was just meant to be.

Since this posting, Pez has also locked up with my original female, Puffers. He wasted no time. Within minutes they were tango-ing on the floor of the cage! I didn't expect they would do it on the floor, but they did. They have since moved to the perches and are still going at it.

Here's a photo of Puffers & Pez this morning after they moved to the perches and before they locked up again:

http://orchidenterprise.com/sitebuil...13-448x222.jpg


Puffers is a really large Biak.
Neither Puffers or Smaug have been mated before - and I'm new to all this myself. I hope the ride isn't too bumpy :rolleye2:

I've heard so many nightmares about the difficulty in feeding the young, I'm a little apprehensive and scared if they both lay eggs and they all hatch out.
I'm just glad to have all this support! Thanks!

If we get eggs, you'll be the first to know! :D