Gender Dimorphism of Fingerprint Patterns in Five Digits Among Three Ethnic Groups in Nigeria: A Tool for Identification

Dermatoglyphics study is an important aspect of forensic science in establishing one's identity. This study aims to empirically determine the dermatoglyphic pattern of fingerprints that is prevalent among genders of three ethnic groups (Urhobo, Ika, and Isoko. This study is a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted for six months among three ethnic groups in Delta State. The combined sample size for the study is one thousand two hundred (1200) subjects, each selected across the aforementioned ethnic groups. Data collected was subjected to statistical analysis, using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20. P value

Key Words: genders, fingerprint, five digits, identification