Orange Cats' Unique Mutation
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Orange cat mystery finally solved after discovery of genetic 'meow-tation'
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Study: Orange cats have a unique genetic mutation that gives them their special coats.
The mutation deletes a section of the cat's DNA, and increases the activity of a gene in X chromosomes.
It also explains why calico and tortoiseshell cats, which have patches of orange mixed with black and white, are usually female.
Patrick Pester is the trending news writer at Live Science .
He retrained as a journalist after spending his early career working in zoos and wildlife conservation.
When he isn't writing news, Patrick investigates the sale of human remains.
He also has a second master's degree in biodiversity, evolution and conservation in action from Middlesex University London .
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