Earthling
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Ive been looking into the Intergrade thing occasionally for a bit now and as I cant see a thread where people have debated as to what an intergrade is, without resentment/anger surfacing. Perhaps this thread can.............
All I want to do is learn how to ID one............OPEN MIND................
From what I understand, have seen and after reading different books, it seems to come down to DNA or Lateral scale markings, as to wether a python can be put into a coastal, intergrade or Diamond box.
Bigguys sticky is good.
http://www.aussiepythons.com/forum/herp-help/faq-what-is-an-intergrade-54862
Regarding markings:
Yellow/tan/pale Spotted scales throughout the length of the body indicate diamond/intergrade?
Loosley formed rossettes laterally indicate diamond/intergrade?
Regarding Location:
The intergrade zone is Coffs Harbour to just above Newcastle?
So are all pythons in this zone intergrades?
Many statements are made that you must trust/refer to the seller. What if the seller doesnt know.........ignorance does happen (plus occasionally head in the sand)?
So, how do you tell an intergrade from a Coastal or Diamond?
I know opinions will differ, but lets try and look with an open mind...........
All I want to do is learn how to ID one............OPEN MIND................
From what I understand, have seen and after reading different books, it seems to come down to DNA or Lateral scale markings, as to wether a python can be put into a coastal, intergrade or Diamond box.
Bigguys sticky is good.
http://www.aussiepythons.com/forum/herp-help/faq-what-is-an-intergrade-54862
Regarding markings:
Yellow/tan/pale Spotted scales throughout the length of the body indicate diamond/intergrade?
Loosley formed rossettes laterally indicate diamond/intergrade?
Regarding Location:
The intergrade zone is Coffs Harbour to just above Newcastle?
So are all pythons in this zone intergrades?
Many statements are made that you must trust/refer to the seller. What if the seller doesnt know.........ignorance does happen (plus occasionally head in the sand)?
So, how do you tell an intergrade from a Coastal or Diamond?
I know opinions will differ, but lets try and look with an open mind...........