calico, August 12

5 Fun Facts About Maryland's Official Feline

 

If you're a cat person, you know there's nothing cuter than a cuddly calico cat. These colorful kitties are so distinctive, and they make great pets. But here in Maryland, they're more than just critters that live with us -- they're official symbols of state pride. Want to know more about them? Read on.

1. Almost all calico cats are female

Ready for a genetics lesson? The genes that make a calico get those bold blocks of color are on the X chromosome, and two are required to get the look. Male cats have XY chromosomes, so they'll never...

READ MORE