Morphs browning out?

[Virus]

Hello everyone, I've been lurking for a bit now, and have been trying to learn as much as possible.

While looking into morphs, I now know that at least some of them brown out as they age. So I was wondering if there are any morphs that do well at keeping their colors as they age?

Mainly, I'm thinking of the morphs that don't cost thousands upon thousands of dollars, but any and all input is appreciated.

[EverEvolvingExotics]

It all depends on the quality of animal you buy. The majority of pastels brown out. Although, I have seen exceptional pastels that get brighter with age. Fires aren't too expensive at this point and they usually become brighter with age, but again it depends on the animal. They also have a super form, the black eyed leucistic. You can get a good idea of what the hatchling will look like as an adult by seeing it's parents. It's all about good genes. If I were you i'd look at as many pictures on here, kingsnake.com, faunaclassifieds.com, cites like those, look at the adults and see what you like. Have fun hunting!

[koloo921]

Ghosts don't brown out

[darkbloodwyvern]

I think buying adults is a good way to go! Really nice bees and pastel crosses can keep their colors. Seems like fires usually lighten, though an adult would be more likely to stay true.
It seems like nearly ALL morphs change over time, but the older they are, the less change they experience. I've heard stress can change their colors, but don't know if that's a rumor or what!

[Matt K]

I find that any of the snakes in the Leucistic complexes look better as they grow--Lessers, Mojaves, Butters, as well as Fires and Sulfurs, etc. There are a lot of snakes that look better or brighter with age--but those are your best 'cheap' options in my opinion.

Cheers,
-Matt

[Virus]

Thanks for the replies everyone. So far, I've really enjoyed what I've seen from Ghosts, spiders, and pastels. Mojaves don't look too bad, but it really depends on the individual.

Honestly, Axanthics are stunning, but pricey indeed. I'll probably end up looking for a ghost at the reptile expo when I make it back to the states. They look great, and can do very interesting things if I ever get into breeding.

[BoaFreak]

Those are great starting snakes. If you get a ghost and later decide you want a spider and you breed them, you are on your way to honey bees

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