An adult corn snake (P. guttatus) was scanned with our high-resolution scanning system, the 3D model was then reconstructed using structure-from-motion.
We study non-classical ‘exotic’ mammalian and reptilian model species. Multiple so-called ‘morphs’ of this North American snake have been selected for their peculiar colours or patterns. The 3D model shows an individual of the wild-type morph characterised by its dark-orange motifs with a black outline (dorsal saddles and lateral blotches), as well as a checkerboard of black-and-white belly scales. We study 16 different morphs and aim to identify the corresponding causal mutations. Stay tuned as we will post soon 3D models of other morphs.
Check our Summary Video How the snake got its scales.
Our publications on corn snakes are compiled here.