Yafe - Albino Carpet Progression Thread

[dakski]

Very nice Albino Carpets are just one of those WOW snakes to me, and used to be on my dream snake to have list.

Deborah,

I have an animal that used to be on YOUR dream snake list! WOW!

I've seen plenty of yellow and white albino carpets, and actually prefer the natural coloration over that "simple" look. Just my preference. I like contrast and unique coloration. When I saw how orange he was, especially on his head, and the nuance in his colors, I was in love. Plus, I was told he is a total sweetie, which checks out.

I was also looking at a much more expensive female, an Albino Granite, who had pinks in her white spots, but being a granite, had very little contrast. Yafe is just a striking animal, even if he is "just" albino, het Granite.

I also love his demeanor. He's part boa and part corn snake. He can move a little quicker than a Boa, but is usually chill, and when he does move, it's exploratory and curious in nature. He is not shy and spends most of his time in the open so far. I put him in a hide last night and he stayed there for a while, but his favorite spot seems to be curled up in the warm corner between the wall and hide, with his head peaking out to see what I am doing. I believe he lived in a tub/rack before, so he hasn't completely figured out the "branches" yet. I hope he does and can enjoy his 4X2X1.5' Boaphile with two 4FT climbing "branches" (PVC pipe) in it. I am sure he will figure it out.

He also has quite the grip. He's about 115G and as thick as my thumb and his tail alone is incredibly powerful. He wrapped around Katie's hand and wrist for 3 minutes, and she started to lose circulation. Again, he's 1 year old and 115G! Wow, he's going to be strong.

Behira (BCI) is powerful, but it's spread out. Yafe has so much strength in just his tail and back section. Really cool guy.