Episode 128: The Resurgence of Bali Locality Reticulated Pythons

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Episode 128: The Resurgence of Bali Locality Reticulated Pythons | w/MayRay Exotics

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8 months ago

Episode 128: The Resurgence of Bali Locality Reticulated Pythons | w/MayRay Exotics

The Resurgence of Bali Locality Reticulated Pythons w/ MayRay Exotics | The Retic Lounge #128

In this episode of The Retic Lounge, Lucas holds down the fort solo while Nathan attends a funeral, sitting down with MayRay Exotics for a deep dive into the resurgence of Bali Locality Reticulated Pythons.

This conversation highlights the importance of preserving locality-specific genetics, the unique benefits of working with pure localities, and why Bali Reticulated Pythons are making a strong comeback in the reptile community. They discuss the wild-like behaviors often seen in F1 (first-generation captive-bred) animals, and how keeping locality-specific retics allows keepers to bring a piece of the wild into their homes.

Topics Covered:
- Why Bali Locality Reticulated Pythons are gaining popularity again
- Benefits of maintaining pure locality bloodlines
- Behavioral differences in F1 Reticulated Pythons
- Challenges and rewards of working with wild-type animals
- The future of Bali Locality Retics in captivity

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If you’re passionate about locality preservation and want to learn more about the Bali resurgence, this episode is packed with valuable insights for both keepers and breeders alike. Don’t miss it!