This snake is from Rich, but I didn't purchase it from him directly. It is a 2000 hatchling, It's been kinda slow on feeding. It's an Amel Lav-It had alot brighter markings when it was younger, almost like the reverse of a pink snow. I was expecting some darker orange markings(not unlike the one at the top of the forum), but every time it has shed, its got lighter. I must admit I'm a bit overtaken by the Opal /Pearl thing. Maybe some one could shed some light on this.