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Evolutionary biologist explains the genetic malfunction behind red hair

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Red hair in humans is a result of a pigment production switch that malfunctions, according to an evolutionary biologist. This trait, which affects approximately 2% of the global population, may not have been a favored evolutionary development. The biologist further explains the genetic and evolutionary factors behind this distinctive hair color. AI

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Evolutionary biologist explains the genetic malfunction behind red hair

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Scott Travers, Contributor ·

    Only 2% Of Humans Have Red Hair — An Evolutionary Biologist Explains Why

    Red hair comes from a pigment switch that doesn't work, and the surprising part is that evolution may never have favored it at all. A biologist explains.

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