A look at the recessive "Translucent" morph in bearded dragons.

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The Translucent (aka "Trans") morph in bearded dragons causes a reduction in the white pigment in the outer layers of skin, causing them to become partially see-through. This gives Trans beardies a very unusual skin tone, along with jet-black eyes in many individuals, like this female:

 

 

The Trans gene was actually discovered several years ago, but unfortunately in a relatively weak genetic line. Lots of hard work outcrossing the line (mostly in the US), has led to the robust, high-quality bloodlines available today!

 

Like the other "simple" traits, Trans is compatible with other morphs, as in this young Red Translucent Leatherback:

 

 

We are expecting a number of Translucent and het Translucent beardies throughout 2010 - check our For Sale and Future Plans pages for more details!