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Well, because to have a tortoiseshell to begin with there has to be two X chromosomes, therefore usually only females are born. Every once in 3000 times there will be a male tortoiseshell, and they are usually sterile, and prone to shorter lifespans. Very, very rarely there will be a non-sterile male tortoiseshell, but only exceptionally rarely.
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Is there such thing as a tortishell cat?
Narmoush says:A definition:Tortie Ultra (Contemporary) Persian Cat called "Princess". So this means they actually Persian but with a different type of fur print on their back 'the shell of a TORTOISE'Tortoiseshells come in many colors: Black tortoiseshells.Chocolate tortoiseshell.Blue [gray] tortoiseshell.Seal tortoiseshell.White tortoiseshell.Now to get to my point...Are they rare?Yes,A lot of us know that tortoiseshell cats are always female, with rare exceptions.Why is this?Females have two X chromosomes. If a particular female cat is destined to be a tortie she will have received from her parents an X (Eumelanin) chromosome from one parent and an X chromosome (phaeomelanin) from the other. Each cell can have one X Chromosome activated. A factor in the creation of the tortoiseshell coat is controlled by X Chromosome Inactivation. This process only takes place where there are two X Chromosomes; hence only females are tortoiseshell cats. As the cells divide and multiply patches of the two different types of pigment are created.About 1 in 3,000 tortoiseshell cats are male
Is a Tortoiseshell cat blind?
only if it cant see
How do you know if your cat is a calico or a tortoiseshell?
A tabby has stripes on its forehead usually that look sort of like an M. Look at pics closely and you can see it!! :) That's my own way of telling its either all tabby or part tabby. A tortishell cat has not patches but brindled brown and black fur. A Calico which people confuse for Tortishells has Brown , Black and white fur that's patched. :) --- A normal tabby cat has no ginger in its fur, which is the definition of a tortoiseshell. Cats can also be torbies, which is a tortoiseshell-tabby. In this pattern, the cat has ginger patches, and you will see tabby markings on the face and body where there is no ginger. In a tortoiseshell, the ginger patches always have tabby markings whether the cat is a tabby or not.
Are all tortoiseshell cats female?
No, the vast majority of tortoise shell cats are genetically and phenotypically female, as they need to have one brown gene on one x chromosome, and one ginger gene on the other chromosome. On very rare occasions, a phenotypic male tortoise shell cat will be born, but he is almost always sterile due to his genotype (XXY).
Do male cats pee out their butt?
Yes, both male and female cats pee the same way: by squatting. A male cat does not lift a back leg like a dominant male dog does. For marking territories, both male and female cats "spray" urine by backing up against a vertical surface. A good indication of a spraying cat is a twitching or quivering tail.
Do boys see better in the dark?
well all cats see better in the dark so your answer will be a yes, however both females and male cats can see the same distance away. unless they are blind... then that would be a whole different question
Is barley a girl of warrior cats?
No, Barley is a male loner in the Warrior Cats book series. He is known for his friendly and helpful nature, often offering shelter and assistance to the Clan cats when they are in need.
Are dilute calico cats rare?
No, calico cats are pretty common. It is very rare to see a male calico cat, especially one that is full-grown, because almost all male calicos have genetic defects that kill them as kittens. Because of this, adult male calicos are incredibly valuable and have sold for thousands of dollars or more.
What is the best name for a ginger cat?
I believe a black and ginger cat is called a tortoiseshell. That picture is of a tortoiseshell cat, and you see the colours are mainly tawny brown, ginger and black. Sometimes, the tortie has bits of white in it aswell.
Is the Carey cat the same as a Tortoiseshell cat?
No. If you check out the related links below, you will see that they are both unique in their own ways.
How long on average do cats go away for?
Normally 1-3 days. Other than that I don't see how he can survive without food and water.
Can cats see humans?
Yes, cats can see humans.
