As someone who has expanded my breeding collection through purchases from various breeders, my knowledge is inherently limited to the information provided at the point of sale. It appears this seller operates similarly, acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding the genetic history of animals they haven’t personally produced.
Having experience with these snakes myself, owning a pair, I felt compelled to share my perspective on this intriguing topic. The spontaneous emergence of a T-neg albino from what were believed to be unrelated captive-bred (CBB) animals is certainly unexpected. However, the world of reptile genetics occasionally presents such surprises. I recall an instance where Snow corn snakes unexpectedly hatched from a Blizzard and Amel corn snake pairing, revealing hidden anerythristic genes in the lineage – demonstrating that concealed genetics are more common than one might assume, especially within corn snake breeding.
Frankly, even with a disclosure of potential hybrid origins (“intergrades”), the allure of working with these snakes would have been irresistible. The striking solid black of typical Mexican Black Kingsnakes (MBKs) is captivating. The prospect of imbuing that ebony canvas with the stark white of the T-neg albino trait is even more exciting. Prior to encountering these unique specimens, I had considered introducing California kingsnake lineage into my projects. However, the emergence of what seemed to be a pure MBK morph presented an even more appealing avenue for exploration.
It’s worth noting that my pair does exhibit some degree of banding. Initially, I hoped this banding would diminish as they matured. While the banding has indeed softened somewhat over time in my nearly year-old pair, it remains discernible. If there’s interest, I’d be happy to share photographs illustrating their development and how their patterns have evolved with age.
