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Stripe Types There are currently 6 kinds of stripes which is acceptable on both light and heavy type Hototo's and each marking and each shape give the Hototo it's uniqueness. Here you can find which shapes are allowed, and how to breed a particular desired shape. You will find the possible combinations of patterns down below and you will be able to calculate the outcome of a potential breeding. Good Luck. The Original stripes are straight and reminds of those of a Zebra or tiger. The stripes follows the shape of the Hototo's body, and is mainly "growing downwards", meaning the point (more narrow part of the stripes) is facing down.