Genetic mutation underlying Finnish ‘salty licorice’ cats identified

The genetic basis for a striking new coat color – known as ‘salmiac’ – has been identified in domestic cats in Finland Swedish salty liquorice “Djungelvrål” (in English: roar of the jungle). (Credit: Marcin Floryan/CC … [+] BY-SA 2.5) Marcin Floryan via a Creative Commons license Oh, this is fun: A collaboration of scientists from … Read more

Why gorillas have such small penises revealed

Male gorillas have the smallest penises of all apes, averaging 1.1 inches Scientists have identified the genetic mutation responsible for this adaptation With a length of up to 1.80 meters and a weight of a whopping 200 kg, we can say with certainty that gorillas are among the most formidable creatures in the animal kingdom. … Read more

Why gorillas have such small penises: Scientists discover the genetic mutation behind apes’ ‘modest’ 3.5cm sex organs – and it could explain why some men are infertile

With a length of up to 1.80 meters and a weight of a whopping 200 kg, we can say with certainty that gorillas are among the most formidable creatures in the animal kingdom.  But despite their impressive stature, male gorillas are missing from some area (stock image)

Male gorillas have the smallest penises of all apes, averaging 1.1 inches Scientists have identified the genetic mutation responsible for this adaptation By Shivali Best for Mailonline Published: 6:03 AM EDT, May 24, 2024 | Updated: 6:03 AM EDT, May 24, 2024 With a length of up to 1.80 meters and a weight of a … Read more

Genetic mutation responsible for new coat pattern in cats in Finland identified

This article was reviewed according to Science fact checked trusted source proofread OK! Sal ammoniac staining in cats. Notable features of the coloration are: “tuxedo” (also called bicolor) white spots in the absence of white spot alleles (Ws, g), and additional gradation of the pigment in hairs with a primary color to no pigmentation at … Read more