The Rare Flame: The Untold History of Red Hair

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Red hair is one of the rarest traits in the world — carried by just 1–2% of humanity. But behind its fiery glow lies a story that stretches back tens of thousands of years, from ancient DNA and Neanderthals to Celtic kings, Viking raiders, and Renaissance art.

In this video, we uncover the genetic secrets of the MC1R gene, explore myths that linked red hair to witches and royalty, and reveal how this rare flame continues to survive today.