Where does the red beard originate from?

Answer 1

Red hair, and thus a red bread is associated with light skin pigmentation. It probably developed in the north, perhaps among the ancestors of the Norsemen, as people in higher latitudes had less need for pigmentation as protection form the sun.

Answer 2

The red beard trait originates from a combination of genetic factors. It is typically associated with individuals who have a gene variant called MC1R, which affects the production of a pigment called eumelanin. The presence of this gene variant can result in red hair and a reddish or ginger-colored beard. Red beards are commonly found in populations with Celtic or Norse ancestry. However, red beards can also occur in individuals without a family history of red hair, as genetic mutations can occur spontaneously.