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Body main pattern

Banded
Bands cross the main body axis, i.e. left to right.

Camouflaged
Markings are irregular or coloration blends with surroundings.

Mottled
Color pattern present but indistinct or not striking.

None
Body coloration uniform.

Spotted
Circular or oval patterns of color throughout body.

Striped
Bands of color running parallel to body axis, i.e. top to bottom.