Every cat is unique and special, theres no denying that. But scientifically speaking, a male tortoiseshell cat is very special. And why is that? Well, because the genetics that control their coat pattern also controls their gender, and those chromosomes are what causes them to be female 99.9% of the time.

But just like Jeff Goldblum said as Dr. Ian Malcolm in Jurassic Park, well

And in this case, its in the form of an extremely adorable male tortoiseshell kitten named Cresta who just so happens to be a boy. The Cats Protection Wrexham Adoption Centre is currently housing the five-month-old kitten, who needless to say found a furever home in no time flat.

So, exactly how unique is little Cresta? Well, its believed that only 1 in 3,000 tortoiseshell kittens are born male. And this little diamond in the rough was found wandering the streets of Colwyn Bay in the UK by the RSPCA.

We couldnt believe it when we discovered Cresta was a boy. Certainly none of us here have ever seen a male tortoiseshell before, and its been many years since Cats Protection has had one in care, despite us helping 200,000 cats a year.

It wasnt difficult to find Cresta a home, and his new owners realise how special he is and are looking forward to him becoming part of the family.

Male tortoiseshell interesting fact: Male tortoiseshells are usually conceived as a result of an extra chromosome being present, and are usually sterile as a result (same with male calico cats).

From humble beginnings in 1927, Cats Protection has grown to become the UKs leading feline welfare charity.

We helparound 200,000 cats and kittens every yearthrough our network of over 250 volunteer-run branches and 36 centres.

Our work doesnt stop there, however: we also provide an array of cat care information via ourpublications,help and advicesection and National Information Line; promote the benefits of neutering to prevent unwanted litters from being born and becoming the abandoned cats of tomorrow and seek toeducatepeople of all ages about cats and their care.

The Cats Protection is certainly doing their part to make the world a better place for homeless cats, and we thank them for all that they do year after year. If youd like to learn more about them, you can visit their website here.

All Images Courtesy of The Cats Protection

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Rare Male Tortoiseshell Kitten Picked Up As A Stray In The UK - Cole & Marmalade

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