Ginger cats are everywhere, on memes, on couches, and in pet owners' laps across the globe. But what makes ginger cats orange? It is a question that has puzzled scientists and cat lovers for decades.
Ginger cats are an enduring fascination of the public, from Garfield to Puss in Boots to the much sought-after Toulouse from The Aristocats. Their orange coats and unique personalities have turned ...
Researchers in the United States and Japan have discovered the genetic basis for ginger cats' orange fur. The ARHGAP36 gene is responsible for this unique coloration. A missing DNA segment in this ...