The click beetle’s intricate false eyes cast a deep black color with the help of pigment-coated hairs.

Melanism in felines is both helpful and harmful.

This ancient red pigment came from underwater.

Scientists uncover a potential reason why redder house finches have better health.

Certain populations have been historically underrepresented in genome sequencing studies, but the NIH, private clinics, and 23andMe and other companies are trying to fix that.

New research shows how they get their deep hue.

Researchers recently used CRISPR single-guide RNAs to alter genes involved in pigmentation in frog embryos.

Biodegradable pigments could be custom-grown by bacteria in the future, say researchers.  

A new study reveals that a constant stream of ink-gobbling immune cells helps hold tattoos in place.