The scientific name for the reticulated python is “Python reticulatus.” Other common names include the regal python and Asiatic reticulated python.
Like many other reptiles, the reticulated python is born with unusual colors and complex geometric patterns on its scales. Due to hybridization in captivity, there are wide variations within the species. A few examples of these variations in design are, by name: super tiger, tiger, albino (dark lavender, lavender, white, and purple phase), genetic stripe, albino super tiger, albino tiger, golden child, sunfire, ivory/white flame and calico. A reticulated python has the ability to transform its shades and intensity of colors.
Albinos are usually yellow and white in color, and tigers are, fittingly enough, black and tan. The Calico, another variation mentioned above, is colored black, tan and white.
Below, you’ll find more detailed information about some of the snake’s more popular variations:
Albino Reticulated Python
Axanthic Reticulated Python
Ambon Yellowhead Reticulated Python
Borneo Bateater Reticulated Python
Calico Reticulated Python
Calico Tiger Reticulated Python
Dwarf Reticulated Python
Granite Backed Reticulated Python
Jungle Reticulated Python
Silver Reticulated Python
Sulawesi Reticulated Python
Super Tiger Reticulated Python
Tiger Reticulated Python
White Calico Reticulated Python