Description
The Translucent 100% Het Hypo is a morph of the bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps), combining the translucent trait with a genetic predisposition for hypomelanism (hypo), even though the latter trait may not be visibly expressed in this particular individual. Let’s break down what these terms mean and the resulting characteristics of this morph.
Traits Breakdown
- Translucent (Trans):
- This trait causes the bearded dragon’s skin to appear partially see-through, especially noticeable in the skin between the scales.
- The eyes are often darker and can appear almost black, giving the dragon a unique and captivating look.
- Hatchlings typically display blue bellies, which may fade as they mature.
- 100% Het Hypo:
- “Het” stands for heterozygous, meaning the bearded dragon carries one copy of the hypomelanistic (hypo) gene.
- “Hypo” refers to reduced melanin, resulting in lighter colors and reduced black pigmentation when the gene is expressed in a homozygous state (two copies of the gene).
- In this case, being 100% het hypo means the dragon does not visually display the hypo trait but can pass it on to its offspring.
Appearance
A Translucent 100% Het Hypo bearded dragon typically exhibits:
- Skin: Translucent skin that can appear see-through in certain areas, particularly between the scales and on the belly.
- Coloration: The colors can vary widely but often include a unique and sometimes more vibrant palette due to the translucent trait.
- Eyes: Darker, almost black eyes, which are a distinctive feature of the translucent trait.
- Pattern: The pattern can vary widely, with the hypo gene potentially influencing lighter coloration in the offspring if bred with another hypo carrier.
Breeding Implications
Breeding a Translucent 100% Het Hypo with another bearded dragon carrying the hypo gene can produce:
- Translucent Hypo: Offspring that are both translucent and hypo, exhibiting both reduced pigmentation and the translucent trait.
- Translucent Het Hypo: Similar to the parent, carrying one copy of the hypo gene but not visually expressing it.
- Normal looking dragons: Some offspring may not exhibit the translucent trait but will carry the hypo gene.
Care Requirements
Caring for a Translucent 100% Het Hypo bearded dragon involves standard bearded dragon care:
- Enclosure: A spacious terrarium with a basking area and places to hide.
- Temperature and Lighting: Basking temperature of around 95-110°F and a cooler side of about 75-85°F. UVB lighting is essential for their health.
- Diet: A balanced diet of insects (like crickets and dubia roaches) and leafy greens. Calcium and vitamin supplements are necessary to prevent metabolic bone disease
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