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5. Heterochromia

People with heterochromia have irises of more than one color. Cats often have this trait too, and some cultures thought it signified mystical origins. Complete heterochromia means one iris is a different color than the other, while partial heterochromia refers to multiple colors within a single iris. Heterochromia may be present at birth or acquired later in life due to illness or injury.

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