Most orange cats are male, but the number of female kitties is higher than one might think. The main reason behind this is the unique genetics of the orange coat. There might also be some truth to the rumors that ginger felines have distinctive personality traits.

Cats come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, but have you ever wondered what decides their fur type? In honor of National Cat DNA Day, let's explore some quirky cat coat colors because we have all the answers to your cat fur pattern questions.

Tortoiseshell cats are famous among cat fans for their beautiful coat colors that look like tortoiseshells. These cats are usually female because the genes responsible for their unique color pattern are on the X chromosome. Their personality traits include being independent, vocal, energetic, loyal, and affectionate.