Check to see if you have any of the following rare physical traits!
Top 12 Rare Physical Traits
Do you have a gap between your teeth or rough-looking feet and think these are unattractive features? These unusual physical traits may hold more meaning than we realize. These rare details are possessed by only a small fraction of the world’s population and serve as a reminder of the incredible diversity of human beauty.
1. Widow’s Peak Hairline
If you notice a V-shaped point at the center of your hairline when you look in the mirror, you belong to 33% of the world’s population. This trait is known as the widow’s peak. If you are wondering where this unusual name comes from, it has its origins in 18th century England when many women wore triangular black hats with a pointed front.
2. Arch Fingerprint
Fingerprints are unique to nearly 8 billion people, even among identical twins. The uniqueness of fingerprints shows that 65% of the population have whorl patterns, 30% have loop patterns, and only 5% possess this unique arch pattern.
3. Palmaris Longus Muscle
The prominent tendon in your wrist is actually a muscle that has atrophied, scientifically known as the palmaris longus. This muscle evolved to help our ancestors climb trees. Although it is not used anymore, some people are still born with this muscle. If you are curious to see if you have it, place your hand on a flat surface and touch your pinky to your thumb. If you see the muscle pop up in your wrist, you possess a very rare trait.
4. Heterochromia
This rare characteristic, heterochromia, results in each eye being a different color. Only less than 1% of the world’s population experiences this condition. Heterochromia can occur when the concentration of melanin in the eyes is uneven and is primarily due to genetics.
5. DEC2 Gene
If you have a friend who seems to always have 100% energy even after a poor night’s sleep, your friend may carry the DEC2 gene. Only 5% of the population has this condition. A typical person is advised to get at least 7 hours of sleep to recharge, whereas those with the DEC2 gene can sleep just 4 to 6 hours and still feel refreshed.
The DEC2 gene allows the body to have a quicker sleep cycle and accomplish more during working hours. Legendary figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Nikola Tesla are known to have had this special gene.
6. Gray, Green, and Amber Eyes
Only 3% of people in the world have gray eyes, which is less than three times the number of people with blue eyes. Green eyes are also very rare, occurring in only 2 out of every 100 people. Amber is the third rarest eye color, with 5% of the population possessing it.
7. Diastema
Also known as diastema, the gap between teeth is a rare feature that only 25% of the population has. Many famous individuals have embraced this unique trait as their signature look.
8. Super-taster
One-quarter of the world’s population has a higher number of taste buds on their tongues, making them more sensitive to flavors.
9. Double Row of Eyelashes
The legendary actress Elizabeth Taylor is a notable example of someone who possesses this unique beauty trait. Known as distichiasis, this double row of eyelashes can make the eyes appear much more alluring.
10. Morton’s Toe
Look at your toes; if your second toe is longer than your big toe, you belong to the 22% of people with Morton’s toe. Scientist Dudley Joy Morton believed that the second largest toe is an evolutionary remnant of our ancestors’ toes.
11. Ambidexterity
Only a very small number of individuals can perform tasks equally well with both hands. This special condition is known as ambidexterity and clearly provides many advantages in life.
12. Double Crown
Only 5 out of 100 people have a double crown in their hair. If you possess two hair whorls that grow in opposite directions, that is even more special.
