Double Het Puzzle Lavender Poss Het Pied

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Buy Double Het Puzzle Lavender Poss Het Pied Ball Python at reptilienverkauf.de

Are you looking for a Double Het Puzzle Lavender Poss Het Pied Ball Python from German breeding? This single specimen carries the het morphs Lavender and Puzzle, as well as a possible het status for Pied, and is available exclusively online at reptilienverkauf.de for € 400. Males and females are available. For breeders specifically targeting rare recessive combinations, this animal offers an interesting genetic foundation.

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What is a ball python?

The ball python (Python regius), also known as the royal python, is a non-venomous snake species from West Africa. It is one of the most commonly kept snakes worldwide because it remains manageable, has a calm temperament, and adapts well to captivity. Adult females typically reach a length of 120 to 150 centimeters, while males remain somewhat smaller at 90 to 120 centimeters.

In terrariums, ball pythons are selectively bred for specific color variations, known as morphs. Recessive morphs such as lavender, puzzle, and pied require two copies of the gene to be visually expressed. Animals carrying only one copy are called heterozygous, or het for short. This animal is a double het for lavender and puzzle, and possibly also a het for pied.

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The morphs of this animal in detail

This animal carries the following genetic traits:

• The Lavender: Recessive morph. The animal carries one copy of the Lavender gene. Lavender animals exhibit a pronounced purple hue with reduced dark pigmentation. Two copies are required for the visual expression.
• The Puzzle gene is a recessive morph. The animal carries one copy of the puzzle gene. Visual puzzle animals exhibit a highly altered, fragmented pattern. Two copies are required for visual expression.
• Poss Het Pied: This animal may carry the piebald gene. Pied is one of the best-known recessive morphs, characterized by white, pigment-free areas on the body. The exact heterozygous (het) status is not confirmed, but possible.

The combination of Double Het Lavender Puzzle and possible Het Pied makes this animal a valuable foundation animal for breeders aiming for rare visual combinations such as Lavender Puzzle or Lavender Pied.

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Specifications

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What should beginners consider before buying?

Before you buy a ball python, you should clarify the following points:

• Terrarium: An adult female requires a minimum enclosure size of 120 x 60 x 60 centimeters. Males can manage with slightly smaller enclosures. Daytime temperature on the warm side should be 28 to 32 degrees Celsius, and not below 24 degrees Celsius at night.
• Feeding: Ball pythons eat mice or rats. Only thawed or pre-killed prey animals, no live food.
• Legal information: Python regius is listed in the EU under CITES Appendix II. Proof of origin is required upon purchase. In many German federal states, there is also a registration requirement with the relevant authority.
• Understanding genetics: This animal is a double het. It doesn’t visually display the morphs, but passes them on to its offspring. Anyone specifically breeding with het animals should know the basics of Mendelian inheritance.

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Best Ball Python Morphs for Beginners and Breeders

Beginners should start with codominant morphs, as even one parent will produce visible results in offspring. Recessive morphs such as Lavender, Puzzle, and Pied require more planning but offer higher breeding potential in the long run and rare visual results.

Double Het animals like this one are a strategic entry point into recessive breeding projects. With the right counterpart, statistically 25 percent of the offspring will be visually distinct from the other recessive morph.

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Why are our animals different?

All animals offered at reptilienverkauf.de are captive-bred in Germany with documented origins. No wild-caught animals, no undocumented imports. Each animal is listed individually with complete information on morph, sex, and year of birth. Males and females are listed separately and transparently. No group listings without clear individual details.

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Why buy from reptilienverkauf.de?

• Clear individual animal listings with complete morph and het information.
• German-bred, all animals originate from Germany
• Male and female animals available
• Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
• Exclusively online sales for a smooth, documented purchasing process.
• Available for questions before purchase

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Where can you buy ball pythons in Germany?

Ball pythons are offered in Germany through specialized reptile dealers, breeders, and online platforms. reptilienverkauf.de is a reptile-focused online shop based in Germany. The entire purchase process is handled online, simplifying the process for buyers throughout Germany and Europe.

Rare Het combinations like Double Het Puzzle Lavender Poss Het Pied are hardly ever found in brick-and-mortar pet stores. Specialized shops like reptilienverkauf.de are a more reliable source. Further information on species protection regulations can be found at the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation, and husbandry recommendations at the German Society for Herpetology and Terrarium Science.

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No on-site pickup

reptilienverkauf.de sells exclusively online. Personal collection is not possible, except for holders of a valid commercial reptile dealer license. All other purchases are completed entirely online. This applies to all buyers in Germany and other EU countries.

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Shipping within and outside of Germany

Shipping is available within Germany and to selected EU countries. Full shipping details, including costs, packaging, and delivery time, will be provided individually after order placement. Live animals are shipped only under suitable conditions to ensure their well-being during transport.

Buyers outside of Germany should check the applicable import regulations of their country before purchasing.

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Estimated market value

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Reptiles vs. conventional pets

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Double Het Puzzle Lavender Poss Het Pied Ball Python?

A ball python carrying one copy each of the puzzle gene and the lavender gene, and possibly also one copy of the pied gene. The animal does not visually exhibit any of these morphs, but statistically passes them on to its offspring.

What does „Het“ mean in Ball Pythons?

Het stands for heterozygous. The animal carries one copy of a recessive gene but does not visually express the morph. Only when two Het animals with the same gene are mated will statistically 25 percent of the offspring be visually expressive.

What does Poss Het mean?

Poss Het stands for possibly heterozygous. The het status is not confirmed by breeding, but is genetically possible based on the parent animals.

Are male and female animals available?

Yes. Both male and female Double Het Puzzle Lavender Poss Het Pied Ball Pythons are available at reptilienverkauf.de. Each animal is listed individually.

Where can I buy a ball python in Germany?

Via reptilienverkauf.de, an online shop specializing in reptiles, based in Germany. Purchases are only possible online.

Is keeping a ball python legal in Germany?

Yes, however, Python regius is regulated under CITES Appendix II. Proof of origin is required upon purchase, and in many German states, registration with the relevant authority is mandatory.

How long does a ball python live?

In captivity, they live 20 to 30 years, and even longer with good care.

How much are the shipping costs?

Shipping details will be communicated individually after receipt of order.

Can I pick up the animal in person?

No, unless you hold a valid commercial reptile dealer license. All other purchases are made exclusively online.

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Legal notice

The ball python (Python regius) is subject to the Washington Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES Appendix II). Buyers are responsible for complying with all applicable national and regional regulations regarding the keeping, registration, and transport of protected species. reptilienverkauf.de provides the corresponding certificates of origin for each animal. All animals offered on reptilienverkauf.de are legally bred in Germany. The information contained on this page is for general guidance only and does not replace legal or veterinary advice.