There are posts on here as well as on FC that talk about those people that put collections up for sale. I'd imagine, every fall you'll see a lot of full collections for sale. There isn't much reason for a breeder to give up a collection in the middle of breeding season unless they are in a dire need.
Also, more and more people are getting into the hobby believing that they will be the next BHB. I see at least a post here or on FC every week with an ambitious new breeder that just bought a bunch of morphs and can't wait for the breeding season to make their huge profit
Turns out, it's a lot of work. Some people are not cut out for that. (not that I know from personal experience, but from reading breeder posts and talking to breeders)
I think as far as the ball pythons future, I think it's looking bright. Now I'm a late comer, so I don't know the trends of the past. I only know what I have personally perceived. Morphs are flooding the market. I would imagine that wasn't how it was 5-10 years ago. Please correct me if I'm wrong. At the last Repticon I attended, I don't even think you could buy a normal. I could get some hets and some pastels for cheaper than what a pet store charges for a normal.
We're probably all well aware that Brian has quality. When breeders want good bloodlines, they will go to NERD, BHB, etc. and get quality. I think it's safe to say that a BHB bee is worth a lot more than "ZOMG jfreels first clutch and hit the odds" bee.
The "hobby" breeders will snatch up morphs when they become affordable and breed them out and give more supply which will drive the price down even further.
I'd like to hear from Justin and Robin. They have a vested interest in the species future. I don't think there is anything to worry about. It may be hard to get rid of a bee for $700 right now, but we all know the market sets the price.
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