{"product_id":"corn-snake-hypo","title":"Corn Snake (Hypo)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"285\"\u003eCorn Snake (Hypo)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"309\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"333\"\u003ePantherophis guttatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"352\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"370\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically reach 3–5 feet (0.9–1.5 m) in length, with a slender, well-defined body and smooth, glossy scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"544\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Hypo Corn Snake, short for \u003cem data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eHypomelanistic Corn Snake\u003c\/em\u003e, displays bright, vibrant coloration with significantly reduced black pigment. This Corn Snake features bold orange to red saddles outlined in soft gray, brown, or tan, set over a lighter background of peach, yellow, or cream. The eyes are typically ruby to copper-colored rather than black, contributing to the morph’s warm and inviting appearance. The reduction of melanin gives the pattern a cleaner, softer contrast without diminishing color intensity, producing an overall sunlit glow. The Hypo Corn Snake is one of the most foundational morphs in modern breeding—simple in genetics, yet stunning in presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e A selectively bred morph of the Corn Snake (\u003cem data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eP. guttatus\u003c\/em\u003e), derived from individuals exhibiting reduced black pigmentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild Corn Snakes inhabit pine forests, grasslands, and agricultural regions across the southeastern United States. In captivity, they thrive in naturalistic terrariums that allow for burrowing, climbing, and exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm, alert, and confident. Corn Snakes are crepuscular, most active at dawn and dusk. The Hypo Corn Snake retains the species’ gentle nature and strong feeding response, making it one of the most reliable and beginner-friendly morphs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1875\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A naturalistic 40-gallon terrarium (36” × 18” × 18”) or larger is ideal for adults. A soil-based or bioactive substrate layered with leaf litter encourages natural burrowing behavior. Include multiple hides, cork flats, climbing branches, and live or artificial plants for enrichment and cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2241\"\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). Allow nighttime drops to 70°F (21°C). Keep humidity between 40–60%, with a humid hide provided during shedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2620\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2457\"\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=\"2622\" data-end=\"2914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm, steady, and easy to handle. Corn Snakes adapt exceptionally well to naturalistic setups and routine care. The Hypo Corn Snake’s clean pattern and bright coloration make it a popular display animal and an excellent genetic base for future breeding projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"3141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e The degree of black pigment reduction can vary slightly among lineages; some individuals may retain subtle traces around the saddle edges or eyes, while others appear nearly devoid of dark tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3143\" data-end=\"3146\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3152\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3173\" data-end=\"3210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3178\" data-end=\"3208\"\u003eHypomelanistic (Recessive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3211\" data-end=\"3343\"\u003eReduces black pigment across the body, eyes, and pattern edges, producing brighter, warmer coloration and a more vivid appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3345\" data-end=\"3348\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3350\" data-end=\"3387\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3354\" data-end=\"3385\"\u003eGenetic Combination Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3458\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3401\"\u003eHypo\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snake expresses a single visible recessive trait:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3479\"\u003eHypomelanistic\u003c\/strong\u003e = Reduces black pigment, resulting in brighter reds, oranges, and yellows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3907\"\u003eThis gene creates a Corn Snake with warm, radiant coloration and soft contrast—enhancing nearly any combination it’s bred into. 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