One gene defines the many patterns of snake skin

ScienceDaily
Apr 24, 2025, 12:15 pm211 ptsTop
In many animals, skin coloration and its patterns play a crucial role in camouflage, communication, or thermoregulation. In the corn snake, some morphs display red, yellow, or pink blotches, and their dorsal spots can merge or turn into stripes. But which genetic and cellular mechanisms determine these colorful…

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