“The mutation in orange cats seems to turn on Arghap36 expression in a cell type, the pigment cell, where it’s not normally expressed.” He believes that, hundreds of years ago, the rare orange, calico ...

Orange cats have long been internet stars, beloved pets, and pop-culture icons, but behind their vibrant coats lies a biological mystery that puzzled scientists for decades. Unlike most mammals, ...

Scientists have confirmed that there is something unique about ginger-hued domestic felines. In a new study, Stanford Medicine researchers have discovered the long-posited but elusive genetic mutation ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

Genetic mutations in cats occur naturally. Some are subtle, such as variations in coat color or fur length. Others are more visible. Polydactyl cats, for example, are born with extra toes due to a ...

Many an orange cat-affiliated human will vouch for their cat’s, let’s say, specialness. But now scientists have confirmed that there is, in fact, something unique about ginger-hued domestic felines.