CatsNovember 15, 2024
Miaou! Curly Tails Give Cats an ‘Accent’
A genetic mutation makes some cats’ tail curl over their back, giving them something akin to an accent when they communicate with other kitties
Christa Lesté-Lasserre is a science journalist based in Paris who covers animal health and behavior, environmental sciences and evolutionary processes. She focuses on shaping scientific studies into the stories they tell.
Miaou! Curly Tails Give Cats an ‘Accent’
A genetic mutation makes some cats’ tail curl over their back, giving them something akin to an accent when they communicate with other kitties