Pinstripe Pied Ball Python
About this product
Pinstripe Pied Ball Python — 236+ sold. In stock at Morphdirect.
The Pinstripe Pied Ball Python is a striking designer morph that combines the clean, reduced-pattern Pinstripe gene with the high-contrast white patches of Pied. This snake is for the keeper looking for a visually unique, established morph with predictable genetics. We added this line to our catalog in January 2026 from a reliable breeder with consistently positive feedback.
Stand-Out Features
- High-Contrast Pattern: The Pinstripe gene simplifies and elongates the dorsal pattern, creating clean, dark stripes that contrast sharply against the lighter base color and bold white Pied patches.
- Proven Genetics: This is a co-dominant (Pinstripe) and recessive (Pied) combo. Breeding a visual Pinstripe Pied to a normal produces 100% Pinstripe het Pied offspring.
- Manageable Size & Temperament: Like all Ball Pythons, it remains a manageable, heavy-bodied snake, typically reaching 3-5 feet, with a generally docile disposition ideal for handling.
- Established Bloodline: Sourced from a proven breeding project, ensuring healthy, well-started animals that are established feeders on frozen/thawed rodents.
- Investment Potential: As a double-gene morph, it holds value for both display and future breeding projects, capable of producing Pieds, Pinstripes, and more when paired correctly.
Technical Data
| Morph | Pinstripe Pied (Pinstripe / Super Stripe x Piebald) |
| Scientific Name | Python regius |
| Sex | Unsexed (Specific sex available? Call us.) |
| Age | Juvenile, well-started |
| Diet | Established on frozen/thawed hopper mice |
| Weight (measured) | 5.1 oz |
| Genetics | Co-dominant Pinstripe, Recessive Piebald |
| Care Level | Intermediate |
Your Questions Answered
What size enclosure does a juvenile Pinstripe Pied need?
Start with a secure 10-20 gallon enclosure or a 6-12 quart tub with proper ventilation. Provide a snug hide on both the warm and cool ends, a water bowl, and appropriate substrate like coconut husk or cypress mulch. Upgrade to a permanent 40+ gallon enclosure as an adult.
How does the Pied gene express in this combination?
The Pied gene creates random, clean white patches ("pied markings") that lack pattern. In a Pinstripe Pied, these white areas sharply interrupt the elongated, striped pattern of the Pinstripe, creating a dramatic, high-contrast appearance. The amount of white can vary between individuals.
Is this snake a good choice for a first-time owner?
Yes, with proper research. Ball Pythons are often recommended for beginners due to their size and temperament. This specific morph requires the same husbandry as any Ball Python. The "intermediate" care level notes the long-term commitment and specific habitat requirements, not exceptional difficulty.
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Specs at a glance
Key attributes
| Morph | Pied, Pinstripe |
| Species | Live Animal |