What do you look for in purchasing a ball python?

[Staddon]

I have normally picked up single or double genes only. They allow me to see how good an example of the gene is present without muddying it up with too many other genes. I would rather find two perfect single gene snakes, and breed them to create a beautiful double gene snake. I have only picked up one 3 gene snake ever and it was actually an Enchi Double het for Ghost and Clown. That said, it is a great example of an Enchi and I have seen the ghost and clown genes that are in play too. I spent two years looking for the right Pied. If you're truly interested in producing the finest snake and not just selling snakes, then remember that its a marathon, not a sprint. You shouldn't care if it takes three years to move to the next step as long as you achieve the desired result.

Oh I am definitely not going to be sprinting with this. I have projects I want to try and I know that it will take several years to get the desired (if the odd gods are kind) results.
I just wanted to "gage the terrain" so to speak.

But from what I have seen people post I think I will stick to 2-3 genes that I like and try and produce healthy, calm and happy animals.



I hope you either found or will find that holy grail Pied!!