Hypo Size and Color time passed

N2TORTS

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I do receive comments and Emails about what the Hypos progression looks like down the line.....

Here is a good example of a few weeks old Hypo next to one about 18 months old. Hope this helps ....;)

 

mike taylor

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They get a little darker but never hit black . Just a light tan . That's cool . Does the skin darken up ?
 

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They get a little darker but never hit black . Just a light tan . That's cool . Does the skin darken up ?
Mike it depends ......there are 2 different Hypo gene lines at present being produced. The colors on scales and legs seem to hold very strong and as you mentioned the Carapace darkens some. Depending on how/where you keep them plays a role too, as we all know how UV effects coloring as well as dirt and grime build up. Here is a head shot of a 2 year old ......
 

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