Description
Axanthic Specter Ball Pythons for Sale – Stunning Greyscale Morph with Genetic Power
If you’re a fan of monochrome snakes that look straight out of a fantasy movie, then the Axanthic Specter Ball Python might be your next obsession. This morph fuses two exciting genes — Axanthic, which removes yellow pigmentation for a cool grayscale look, and Specter, a genetic enhancer that cranks up the contrast and leads to some wild combos down the line.
Our Axanthic Specter Ball Pythons for sale are not only visually intense, they’re 100% captive bred, well-established on frozen-thawed, and come from strong bloodlines with high-contrast Axanthic expression. Whether you’re in it for the visual wow-factor or a long-term breeding project, this is the kind of snake that turns heads.
🧬 Morph Genetics Breakdown
Here’s what makes this combo special:
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Axanthic (recessive) – Strips out yellow and warm tones, leaving behind blacks, silvers, and cool grays
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Specter (incomplete dominant) – Related to Yellowbelly; intensifies pattern and color contrast, and is key to creating Super Stripe morphs
When combined, you get an Axanthic with crisper markings, deeper contrast, and stronger pattern variability — and if you’re breeding, this is a goldmine.
🎨 Visual Highlights of the Axanthic Specter
Expect a striking grayscale appearance with:
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Jet black saddles over cool silver background tones
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Smoky side striping and alien heads with boosted Specter influence
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High pattern contrast, even more pronounced in younger snakes
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No yellow tint, giving it that cold, steel-like aesthetic
Each Axanthic Specter is uniquely patterned, and some individuals show hints of dorsal striping or side blushing — perfect for collectors who want something just a little different.
🐍 Temperament & Behavior
Like all Ball Pythons, the Axanthic Specter is:
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Docile and easy to handle
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Great for beginner or intermediate keepers
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Calm, slow-moving, and rarely defensive
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Tolerant of regular handling when given proper time to acclimate
We make sure every snake we ship out is accustomed to being handled and exhibits a calm, healthy temperament.
🏠 Enclosure & Care Requirements
Axanthic Specters don’t need special care beyond standard Ball Python setups. Just give them a stress-free environment with proper heat, humidity, and regular feeding.
✅ Enclosure Size:
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Hatchlings: 20-gallon tank or 28-quart tub
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Adults: 40-gallon breeder tank or 4’x2’ PVC enclosure
✅ Temps:
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Hot spot: 88–92°F
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Cool side: 75–80°F
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Nighttime low: Never below 72°F
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Use heat pads, thermostats, or radiant heat panels
✅ Humidity:
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55–65%
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Higher humidity during shed cycles
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Substrates like ReptiChip, cypress mulch, or coconut husk work great
✅ Lighting:
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No UVB required
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A 12-hour light/dark cycle using ambient or low-output LED works fine
🍗 Feeding Schedule
Our Axanthic Specters are established feeders, raised on frozen-thawed rodents and fed on a tight schedule for steady growth.
Feeding guidelines:
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Hatchlings: Every 5–6 days (hopper mice or rat fuzzies)
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Juveniles: Every 7–10 days (small rats)
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Adults: Every 10–14 days (medium rats)
You’ll receive your snake’s feeding and shed history at time of sale. And yes, we offer lifetime support if you ever need help with husbandry or feeding tips.
🧬 Breeding Potential – Specter x Axanthic Is a Power Combo
Looking to build out a strong breeding project? Axanthic Specters are a solid investment. Here’s why:
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Axanthic Specter x Axanthic Specter = high odds of visual Axanthic combos
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Specter x Yellowbelly or Specter = Super Stripe or even Super Specter
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Add Clown, Pied, or Desert Ghost for high-end double or triple recessive projects
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Axanthic x Pastel, Enchi, or Fire = cleaner, brighter grayscale combos
This morph works beautifully in almost any pairing. It’s a builder morph with serious long-term potential.
🚚 Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
We ship safely and smart — always FedEx Priority Overnight, packed with climate-controlled materials. Here’s what you get:
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Live arrival guaranteed
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Health and sex guaranteed
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Photos or videos of your exact animal before shipping
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7-day health window post-arrival
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Lifetime customer support
We ship based on your local temps for max safety — and we’ll communicate with you before and after to make sure everything goes smooth.
👑 Why Kingsman Exotic Reptiles?
You’re not buying from a warehouse. You’re buying from real keepers with real passion. Here’s what makes us different:
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Captive-bred quality only
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Healthy, handled, parasite-free animals
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We raise our animals slow and right — no shortcuts
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Full transparency, support, and communication
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We treat every customer like a keeper, not just a transaction
When you buy from Kingsman, you get more than just a snake — you get a reliable partner in your reptile journey.
🛒 Claim Your Axanthic Specter Ball Python Today
Ready to add a rare, high-contrast grayscale morph to your collection or breeding plans? Our Axanthic Specter Ball Pythons for sale won’t last long. They’re clean, powerful, and project-ready.