Cat Coat Colors & Patterns Explained (Genetics Guide)

Did you know that all cat colors come from just two base pigments: Eumelanin (Black) and Pheomelanin (Red)? In this episode, we decode the genetics behind every coat pattern, explaining how modifier genes like "Dilute" turn Black into Blue (Grey) and Red into Cream.

We cover:

• The Calico Mystery: Why the Orange/Black gene is on the X chromosome, making almost all Calicos female.
• The "Agouti" Gene: Why every cat is secretly a Tabby (even solid black ones).
• Siamese Science: How temperature-sensitive albinism makes their points dark (because their ears are colder).
• White Cats: The genetic link between white fur, blue eyes, and deafness.

DNA is art. Here is how to read it.
https://blog.catcognition.com/how-cat-coat-color-genetics-work/

Key Topics: Cat Genetics, Calico Cats, Tabby Patterns, Siamese Cats, Coat Colors, Feline Biology, Zoology.

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