A one-of-a-kind kitten with a rare mutation has captured hearts online
Mantis, a three-month-old Chimera cat, was born iwith a striking two-toned face.
One side is black while the other is orange – and she also has a pair of mismatched eyes.
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A post of the kitten shared to TikTok has has racked up 29.7m views and left users stunned.
Unlike most kittens, Mantis’ appearance is the result of a natural genetic quirk where two embryos fuse in the womb.
“Mantis is so unique,” her owner Saida, from Russia, told What’s The Jam.
“For me, this is my child, who will always be with me.
“She is very affectionate.”
In the TikTok, the unusual feline can be seen chasing the camera.
Her ocean blue right eye contrasts with her left hazel one.
”The most beautiful cat. Incredibly marked and unique,” said one viewer.
“The ever bessssttr tortie pattern i ever everrrr seen in my entire life. That must be rare and expensive,” added someone else.
Others compared the feline to the DC comic fictional character, Deathstroke.
“Deathstroke-cat? Cute,” said one viewer.
“I am not a cat person BUT if I had a Chimera cat I would definitely change my mind lol!,” said someone else.
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