<p>Most people attribute the unique color and coat traits of Bengal cats to specific DNA from its wild and distantly related felid ancestor. A <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S096098222400304X?dgcid=author"><u>new study</u></a> published in <a href="https://www.cell.com/current-biology/home"><em><u>Current Biology</u></em></a> delves into the fascinating genetics behind these captivating creatures, provides some genetic surprises, and reveals some genetic secrets that underlie their unique appearance. </p>