According to the Washington State Twin Registry, identical twins may share similar characteristics of their fingerprints, including the loops and ridges. In fact, the National Forensic Science Technology Center states that, “no two people have ever been found to have the same fingerprints — including identical twins.”

Do twins have same DNA and fingerprints?

They come from the same fertilized egg and share the same genetic blueprint. To a standard DNA test, they are indistinguishable. But any forensics expert will tell you that there is at least one surefire way to tell them apart: identical twins do not have matching fingerprints.

Do twins have same voice?

Several studies have shown that monozygotic (MZ) twins have very similar voice characteristics leading to perceived similarity. However there are also studies which shows that voice of identical twins are sufficiently different to warrant their unique voice characteristics .

Do twins live longer?

Twins not only have a bestie from birth — they also live longer than singletons. And those two factors may be related, according to new University of Washington research. Analysis shows that twins have lower mortality rates for both sexes throughout their lifetimes.

What are polar body twins?

Polar body twinning is thought to occur when an egg splits - and each half is fertilised by a different sperm. This results in twins who appear very much alike but share approximately 75% of their DNA.