Some questions on APTORs and RAPTORs

[gothra]

I noticed the younger ones have a more consistant body color from head to tail, but older ones have hollow orange blotches on their head. Is that dependant on the individual gecko, or do they all develope these blotches as they age? With regard to the body color and pattern, are there any differences between the 2 type, e.g. APTORs tend to have less consistant color than RAPTORs...etc?

Are the ruby eyes for RAPTORs very sensitive to light?

Thanks for any input!

 

[preacherman]

The "hollow orange blotches" that you're asking about are most likely what is called carrot-head. This is a trait that develops over time, so it is not as apparent in hatchlings. Most of us that are working with the aptors and raptors are seeking to improve the carrot-head trait with each generation.
As far as the body color is concerned, the only difference between aptors and raptors is the eye color. The better examples of these morphs will have deeper hues of red and orange and no spotting on the body.
Raptors eyes are albino, so they are light sensitive.
Hope this helps.