In cellularizing embryos, EcollacZ expression is observed, but differs from normal eve expression. Stripes 2, 3, and 7 appear normal, stripe 1 is reduced in expression, and stripes 4, 5, and 6 are undetectable. The missing stripes start to appear during gastrulation. By extended germband stage, EcollacZ expression corresponds to normal 7-stripe eve pattern.