Chinese Cats with Wings

After a recent heat wave in China’s Sichuan province, local cats sprouted strange appendages resembling wings, as reported in the Daily Mail.

Genetic experts have said that these growths come from “poor grooming, a genetic defect or a hereditary skin condition.” Note: They also said that though the wings do contain bones, they do not not interfere with quality of the cats’ lives.

Apparently, this story has been around for a year, with other notes saying poor grooming results in matted hair giving the impression of wings.

Believe what you like! Winged cats will brighten up some people’s day I’m sure.

Via Neatorama

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