Major League Exotics
Axanthic conda
Axanthic conda
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This juvenile male Axanthic Conda Western Hognose (Heterodon nasicus) combines two great traits: the axanthic gene mutes yellow and red pigment for a cool grayscale palette, while the Conda gene reduces and centralizes the pattern for a clean, high-contrast animal.
A sharp, silvery hognose that looks like nothing else in a rack of classics.
At a Glance: Sex: Male | Maturity: Juvenile | Origin: Captive Bred
Highlights & Features
- Cool Grayscale Axanthic: Muted silvers and grays instead of the usual warm tones.
- Reduced Conda Pattern: Clean flanks with markings pulled toward the spine.
- Two Traits Combined: A desirable double-gene animal for display or projects.
- Well-Started Male: Feeding reliably and ready to go.
Care Specifications
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Enclosure Size | Minimum 20" x 10" x 12" for an adult; secure lid (hognose dig and probe). |
| Social Behavior | House individually. |
| Temperature | Warm side 88–92°F, cool side high 70s°F. |
| Humidity | 30–50%; keep substrate on the drier side with a water bowl. |
| Diet | Appropriately sized rodents every 5–7 days; some prefer scenting when young. |
| Substrate & Decor | Aspen or a sandy-soil mix deep enough to burrow, with a hide and low decor. |
Live Animal Shipping & Pickup Information
Temperature-Controlled Overnight Shipping: All live orders ship exclusively via specialized overnight freight to guarantee safe arrival by noon the next day. Shipments are climate-monitored and packed in insulated boxes with heat or cold packs as weather dictates. Note: our live arrival guarantee requires a signature upon the very first delivery attempt.
Local NJ Pickup (Advance Notice Required): Because our animals are kept under strict bio-security protocols at our off-site breeding facility, they are not housed on our main storefront shelves. You are welcome to pick up, but we require advance notice so our team can coordinate the drop-off to our main retail storefront. Alternatively, pickup can be arranged directly at our Northern New Jersey breeding facility. Please contact us after checkout to coordinate your pickup location and time.
Trade Show Pickup: We attend lots of reptile and exotic trade shows throughout the year, and you can arrange to pick up your order with us at a show — saving on shipping. Check our current show listings on our website and contact us after checkout to reserve your animal for pickup at an upcoming event.
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