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| − | '''Calico''' or '''tortoiseshell''' is a type of coloring found on [[cat]]s | + | '''Calico''' or '''tortoiseshell''' is a type of coloring found on [[cat]]s and [[fish]]. It is usually a combination of red, black, chocolate and cinnamon. The color pattern is caused by a genetic trait called X-inactivation or lyonization. |
| + | Calico is also a type of plain-woven cotton fabric, traditionally produced in [[India]]. | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:43, February 14, 2010
Calico or tortoiseshell is a type of coloring found on cats and fish. It is usually a combination of red, black, chocolate and cinnamon. The color pattern is caused by a genetic trait called X-inactivation or lyonization. Calico is also a type of plain-woven cotton fabric, traditionally produced in India.