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New Gene Discovery Unlocks Secrets of Cat Colors

5/19/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Japan has unveiled the ARHGAP36 gene on the X chromosome as the key to the stunning fur colors of calico and orange cats. This discovery not only clarifies why most orange cats are male but also hints at potential connections between this gene and feline health and personality traits.

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A groundbreaking study from Japan has unveiled the ARHGAP36 gene on the X chromosome as the key to the stunning fur colors of calico and orange cats. This discovery not only clarifies why most orange cats are male but also hints at potential connections between this gene and feline health and personality traits.