Scientists have discovered the genetic mutation responsible for a strange cat coat pattern in Finland. Feral cats in the Scandinavian country started appearing with the mutation in 2007. These cats ...

Persians are already unique-looking cats, but this little kitty is even more special! Check out her heart nose and beautiful ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Humans have brought cats into their homes for more than 9,000 years ...

The coat of the traditional tabby, or ‘bullseye’ or "swirled," is the most typical fur pattern of house cats. It features wide, rounded spots on the sides and a clear ‘M’ on the forehead. Swirls are ...

Our pets don't seem to have much in common with the wild animals they're related to, but the genes that dictate the color patterns in house cats are the same as those that produce the coats of some, ...

This cross-eyed Siamese has one of the most eye-catching looks on the internet, and once you spot it, you can’t unsee it.

Now, researchers have identified the gene that is behind these patterns. Analysis of skin samples from cat embryos at different stages of development helped experts from the HudsonAlpha Institute for ...

How do tabby cats get their stripes? We know that domestic cats have different colours of fur because their hair follicles produce different types of the pigment melanin, but until now the genetic ...

A pet cat is going viral on Reddit after people online couldn't help but notice something rather hilarious about the animal's fur. The fur of a cat can vary in pattern, colour and length depending on ...

Domestic cats with their wide varieties of colors and fascinating cat fur patterns have a solid display of the variations of ...