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Description

Scientific name: Felis catus

This is a prominent type of bicolour pattern for domestic cats and can be found in both mixed breed cats as well as some purebreds. This phenotype of cat occurs in cats with the genes for a black coat and a white spotting gene which will mask the black colour in some parts of their bodies. These spotting genes work by blocking colour producing melanocytes from migrating to certain areas.

Description

Scientific name: Felis catus

This is a prominent type of bicolour pattern for domestic cats and can be found in both mixed breed cats as well as some purebreds. This phenotype of cat occurs in cats with the genes for a black coat and a white spotting gene which will mask the black colour in some parts of their bodies. These spotting genes work by blocking colour producing melanocytes from migrating to certain areas.