Researchers identify turtles by the different patterns on the turtle's shell. It is like a fingerprint - different on every one.

These years we've assumed fingerprint evidence was infallible. The scientific evidence shows it's not and a palm print is even less reliable than a fingerprint.

Im going to Invest in a Turtle shell so i dont have to Watch MY Back. add ME to the Ninja Turtles Line Up. #TurtlePower

DNA is the fingerprint of the 21st century,

We are seeing some mixing of patterns but it's usually in small doses, as an accent here and there in a manner that doesn't detract from the primary pattern. A mix of patterns in complementary texture is very strong.

I like to look for patterns in science and life. It's what I do.