{"product_id":"corn-snake-peppermint-motley","title":"Corn Snake (Peppermint Motley)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eCorn Snake (Peppermint Motley)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"726\"\u003ePantherophis guttatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"763\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically reach 3–5 feet (0.9–1.5 m) in length, with a slender, agile frame and smooth, glossy scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Peppermint Motley Corn Snake is a pale, frosted morph resulting from the combination of \u003cem data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eAmelanistic (Albino)\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eDiffused (Bloodred)\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eMotley\u003c\/em\u003e genes. This Corn Snake displays a soft pink to creamy white base with faint silvery or blush-pink markings that may fade almost entirely with maturity. The \u003cem data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eMotley\u003c\/em\u003e gene connects or eliminates dorsal patterning while removing the belly checkering, and the \u003cem data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eDiffused\u003c\/em\u003e gene further smooths the body pattern into a clean, gradient-like finish. The eyes are ruby red, a hallmark of the \u003cem data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eAmelanistic\u003c\/em\u003e trait. The result is a snake with a delicate, uniform coloration that appears almost pastel in tone—an elegant, visually refined expression of multi-gene interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e A selectively bred morph of the Corn Snake (\u003cem data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eP. guttatus\u003c\/em\u003e), created through the combination of three recessive genes: \u003cem data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eAmelanistic\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003eDiffused (Bloodred)\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eMotley\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild Corn Snakes inhabit forest edges, meadows, and agricultural zones across the southeastern United States. In captivity, they thrive in naturalistic terrariums that provide climbing structures, hiding places, and soft substrate for burrowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snakes are crepuscular, most active during dawn and dusk. They are well-known for being hardy, adaptable, and consistent feeders, which makes them excellent candidates for both display and breeding projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2337\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2377\"\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 and exploration. Provide multiple hides, cork flats, climbing branches, and plant cover for enrichment and security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain a daytime gradient of 75–82°F (24–28°C) with a basking area around 86–88°F (30–31°C). Allow nighttime drops to 70°F (21°C). Maintain humidity between 40–60%, with a humid hide available during shedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offer frozen-thawed rodents every 7–10 days for juveniles and every 10–14 days for adults. Prey size should be roughly 1.25× the width of the snake’s mid-body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3115\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snakes are hardy and adaptable, responding well to stable environmental conditions and consistent feeding schedules. Their natural curiosity makes them engaging, and they thrive in naturalistic setups with visual and spatial variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3358\" data-end=\"3674\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3358\" data-end=\"3385\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e When paired with other compatible morphs such as \u003cem data-start=\"3435\" data-end=\"3451\"\u003eHypomelanistic\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem data-start=\"3455\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003eLavender\u003c\/em\u003e, Peppermint lines can produce offspring with creamier pinks or cooler gray-pink tones. Some bloodlines may develop a nearly patternless white appearance over time, further enhancing their visual simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3676\" data-end=\"3679\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3704\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3685\" data-end=\"3702\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3706\" data-end=\"3740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3738\"\u003eAmelanistic (Recessive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3741\" data-end=\"3831\"\u003eRemoves all dark pigment, producing red, orange, or white coloration with ruby-red eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3833\" data-end=\"3875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3873\"\u003eDiffused \/ Bloodred (Recessive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3876\" data-end=\"3985\"\u003eRemoves belly checkering and reduces or eliminates dorsal patterning, resulting in smooth, even coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3987\" data-end=\"4016\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3992\" data-end=\"4014\"\u003eMotley (Recessive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4017\" data-end=\"4117\"\u003eRemoves belly checkering and connects or streamlines dorsal blotches into clean, organized shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"4119\" data-end=\"4122\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4124\" data-end=\"4161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4128\" data-end=\"4159\"\u003eGenetic Combination Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4163\" data-end=\"4235\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4167\" data-end=\"4188\"\u003ePeppermint Motley\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snake expresses three recessive traits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4236\" data-end=\"4459\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4236\" data-end=\"4318\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4238\" data-end=\"4318\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4238\" data-end=\"4253\"\u003eAmelanistic\u003c\/strong\u003e = Removes black pigment, resulting in red and white coloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4386\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4321\" data-end=\"4386\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4321\" data-end=\"4344\"\u003eDiffused (Bloodred)\u003c\/strong\u003e = Reduces dorsal and ventral patterning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4387\" data-end=\"4459\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4389\" data-end=\"4459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4389\" data-end=\"4399\"\u003eMotley\u003c\/strong\u003e = Removes belly checkering and simplifies dorsal blotches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4461\" data-end=\"4769\"\u003eTogether, these genes produce a pale pink-white snake with a clean, frosted appearance. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"4553\" data-end=\"4585\"\u003ePeppermint Motley Corn Snake\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as an excellent base for creating future morphs with enhanced pastel tones or near-patternless variations when combined with genes such as \u003cem data-start=\"4732\" data-end=\"4738\"\u003eHypo\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"4740\" data-end=\"4750\"\u003eLavender\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem data-start=\"4755\" data-end=\"4766\"\u003eScaleless\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56196259742018,"sku":"fbu1789651786861","price":106.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8380\/8066\/files\/corn-snake-peppermint-motley_1.jpg?v=1789651791","url":"https:\/\/abrasionresistclad.shop\/products\/corn-snake-peppermint-motley","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}