Great observations, great subject.

Wouldn't doubt one bit that a recessive color or pattern gene can be associated at least somewhat with behavior.

Way back when I bred Cal kings, albinos were always the most likely to musk or rattle their tails as adults. I say adults because baby Cal kings usually do that no matter what color.

I feel you on the boa. I always thought boas were the ultimate in docility, and every prior experience I had supported that. Then I got a Central American color morph, and there are days when I cannot believe how much hatred that boa can have for me.

I did find that eliminating the hide box actually calms him down alot. Doesn't affect his feeding at all (boas always eat). I hate to do that, but I have to. If that snake can hide, he defends his territory with everything he has in him. Definitely different than kings and milks.
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Mark

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