Mutations in a single gene can alter coat patterns in both cheetahs and domestic cats, a new study finds. In both types of felines, mutations in the transmembrane aminopeptidase Q, or Taqpep, gene ...

From where does a tabby cat get its stripes? The same place cheetahs get their spots. A new study finds the same gene that is responsible for the cheetah's color patterns causes a tabby's stripes.

A new study is the first to identify a molecular basis for cat coat patterns. Could cat stripes be an immune defense mechanism? By Rebecca Boyle Published Sep 20, 2012 11:46 PM EDT Get the Popular ...

An African safari offers a thrilling adventure to witness cheetahs and leopards. These big cats have distinct differences in build, eye patterns, hunting habits, and speed despite their similar ...

According to their credo, Cheetah Girls are created equal, but they are not alike. They come in different sizes, shapes and colors, and they don’t pass judgment on others by the color of their spots.