Orange cats come with genetic twist: X-linked mutation points to new mechanism for coloring

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May 15, 2025, 11:00 am134 pts
From Tama, Japan's most famous stationmaster calico cat, to the lasagna-loving, ginger Garfield, cats with orange fur are both cultural icons and beloved pets. But their distinctive color comes with a genetic twist—most orange tabbies are male, while calicos and tortoiseshells are nearly always female. This…

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