Boa Shed Testing Changes EVERYTHING? | Dr. Ben Morrill Explains

👉 Join Boa University: https://www.skool.com/boa-university/... If you're serious about breeding boas correctly and building long-term projects, Boa University goes far beyond YouTube with advanced genetics, breeding strategy, live sessions, and direct guidance for serious keepers 🐍🎓 What if shed testing could completely change the future of boa genetics? 🧬🐍 In this in-depth live discussion from Boa University, Dr. Ben Morrill from Rare Genetics Inc (RGI) explains how shed testing in boas became possible far sooner than expected — and what this means for the future of reptile genetics, morph identification, lineage verification, and even polygenic trait research. We dive deep into: • How boa shed testing actually works • Why some morphs are easier to test than others • The role of whole genome sequencing in boas • How RGI built the boa reference genome • Why more shed samples improve genetic accuracy • How mutations are identified through DNA sequencing • Why Aztec was one of the first successful tests • Challenges with Sharp vs Kahl Albino testing • Why some “known genetics” turn out incorrect • The future of testing polygenic traits in boas • How lineage influence may eventually become testable • Why traits like striping and pastel are far more complex • How breeder data and sequencing could reshape the hobby This conversation also covers the surprising history behind the NFI / Paradigm discovery and how decades-old breeding results are finally starting to make sense through modern genetic testing. Huge thanks to Dr. Ben Morrill and Rare Genetics Inc for joining us for this fascinating genetics discussion. 🧬 Learn more about Rare Genetics Inc: https://www.raregeneticsinc.com 🧬 As part of the partnership between Boa University and Rare Genetics Inc., Boa University members receive 20% off on shed testing. We strongly believe genetic testing will play an increasingly important role in the future understanding of boa genetics. 🎓 About Boa University Boa University is an educational platform focused on responsible boa breeding, genetics education, ethical practices, and long-term project building for serious keepers and breeders. 🌐 Website: https://www.boa-university.com 🌐 More from us: Website: https://www.imperatormorphs.com Instagram:   / imperatormorphs   📩 Questions or available boas: Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) WhatsApp: +46768680634 ⏱️ VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:00 – Why boa shed testing seemed impossible 00:23 – Building the boa reference genome 00:57 – Hudson Alpha & accelerated development 01:17 – Why some genes are easier to test 01:53 – How RGI compares DNA mutations 03:28 – Why more sheds improve accuracy 04:20 – Why Aztec was easier to develop 04:53 – Complex mutations & large insertions 05:28 – Boa University × RGI partnership 06:04 – How many sheds are needed? 06:53 – Why some morphs are difficult 07:44 – Hidden genetics causing confusion 08:51 – Sharp vs Kahl testing challenges 09:30 – 30+ years later: Kahl finally explained 10:16 – Why Paradigm/NFI now makes sense 11:08 – The 2009 forum post prediction 11:57 – The future of polygenic testing 12:56 – Why polygenic traits are harder 14:23 – Building a reptile genetics database 15:40 – The future of reptile DNA sequencing