{"product_id":"corn-snake-aztec-coral-ghost","title":"Corn Snake (Aztec Coral Ghost)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eCorn Snake (Aztec Coral Ghost)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"343\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"287\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"311\"\u003ePantherophis guttatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"314\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"348\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"374\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"510\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"387\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically reach 3–5 feet (0.9–1.5 m) in length, with a slender, well-proportioned body and smooth, glossy scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aztec Coral Ghost is a highly refined and visually intricate Corn Snake morph that combines multiple color and pattern genes to create a stunning pastel mosaic. This morph features a soft, pinkish-silver base overlaid with intricate, broken patterning and muted peach or coral undertones. The \u003cem data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eAztec\u003c\/em\u003e pattern gene produces chaotic, fragmented blotches, while the \u003cem data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eCoral Ghost\u003c\/em\u003e combination blends warm pinks, grays, and creams through the interaction of \u003cem data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eAnerythristic\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eHypomelanistic\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eStrawberry\u003c\/em\u003e genes. The result is a beautifully complex morph with a diffused pattern and a silvery blush that deepens slightly with age. The belly is pale with reduced checkering, complementing the morph’s clean, delicate aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e A captive-bred designer morph of the Corn Snake (\u003cem data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eP. guttatus\u003c\/em\u003e), a species native to the southeastern United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the wild, Corn Snakes inhabit pine forests, grasslands, and farmlands. In captivity, they thrive in naturalistic terrariums that provide climbing space, ground cover, and multiple hiding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm, intelligent, and curious. Corn Snakes are crepuscular, most active at dawn and dusk. The Aztec Coral Ghost retains the species’ gentle temperament and steady feeding habits, making it a striking and manageable display morph for any keeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1879\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults thrive in a naturalistic 40-gallon terrarium (36” × 18” × 18”) or larger. A bioactive or soil-based substrate with leaf litter allows for burrowing and exploration. Include cork bark, climbing branches, and foliage for environmental complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain a daytime gradient of 75–82°F (24–28°C) with a basking area of 86–88°F (30–31°C). Nighttime temperatures can safely drop to 70°F (21°C). Humidity should remain between 40–60%, with a humid hide provided during shedding cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2451\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offer frozen-thawed rodents every 7–10 days for juveniles and every 10–14 days for adults. Prey should be approximately 1.25× the width of the snake’s mid-body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle, confident, and adaptable. This morph handles well and thrives on environmental enrichment, showing curious behavior when exploring its habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snakes are adept climbers and escape artists—secure enclosures are essential. Naturalistic environments not only promote activity but also enhance the subtle coloration and sheen of this morph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3032\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3034\" data-end=\"3057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3055\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3093\"\u003eAnerythristic (Recessive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3264\"\u003eRemoves red and orange pigmentation, creating a grayscale base of black, gray, and white. This forms the visual foundation for the Ghost and Coral Ghost combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003eHypomelanistic (Recessive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3515\"\u003eReduces black pigmentation, softening contrast and creating warmer, more translucent tones. In combination with \u003cem data-start=\"3416\" data-end=\"3431\"\u003eAnerythristic\u003c\/em\u003e, it yields the “Ghost” morph—muted gray and tan coloration with a pastel overlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3550\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3548\"\u003eStrawberry (Recessive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3551\" data-end=\"3781\"\u003eAdds soft pinkish or peach hues when combined with other morphs. When layered with \u003cem data-start=\"3634\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003eAnerythristic\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"3654\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003eHypomelanistic\u003c\/em\u003e, it produces the Coral Ghost variation—characterized by silvery blush tones and a delicate, coral-pink tint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3783\" data-end=\"3827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3788\" data-end=\"3825\"\u003eAztec (Dominant Pattern Mutation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3828\" data-end=\"4054\"\u003eA dominant or incomplete dominant pattern gene that produces broken, chaotic blotches and irregular striping. It disrupts the traditional Corn Snake pattern into an intricate mosaic that enhances visual depth and uniqueness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"4056\" data-end=\"4059\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4061\" data-end=\"4098\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4096\"\u003eGenetic Combination Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4100\" data-end=\"4197\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4104\" data-end=\"4125\"\u003eAztec Coral Ghost\u003c\/strong\u003e combines three recessive color traits and one dominant pattern trait:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4198\" data-end=\"4506\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4198\" data-end=\"4275\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4200\" data-end=\"4275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4200\" data-end=\"4217\"\u003eAnerythristic\u003c\/strong\u003e = Removes red\/orange pigment, producing grayscale tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4276\" data-end=\"4353\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4278\" data-end=\"4353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4278\" data-end=\"4296\"\u003eHypomelanistic\u003c\/strong\u003e = Reduces black pigment, creating soft pastel contrast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4354\" data-end=\"4416\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4356\" data-end=\"4416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4356\" data-end=\"4370\"\u003eStrawberry\u003c\/strong\u003e = Adds coral-pink hues and blush undertones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4417\" data-end=\"4506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4419\" data-end=\"4506\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4419\" data-end=\"4428\"\u003eAztec\u003c\/strong\u003e = Creates a fragmented, chaotic pattern that breaks up traditional blotches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4508\" data-end=\"4753\"\u003eTogether, these genes produce a soft, silvery-pink Corn Snake with a broken mosaic pattern and a uniquely warm, ethereal tone. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"4639\" data-end=\"4660\"\u003eAztec Coral Ghost\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fine example of modern selective breeding—delicate in coloration yet bold in pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56196258660674,"sku":"wxo1789651757062","price":115.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8380\/8066\/files\/corn-snake-aztec-coral-ghost_1.jpg?v=1789651761","url":"https:\/\/abrasionresistclad.shop\/products\/corn-snake-aztec-coral-ghost","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}