Heterochromia

Check out these notable celebrities with heterochromia and learn about the different types. Plus, learn the story behind David Bowie’s eyes.

Learn more about central heterochromia, where there are distinct rings around the pupil of at least two different colors in each eye.

Heterochromia describes when a person's eyes aren't the same color. Find out about the different types of heterochromia and what causes it to occur.

Frequently asked questions about heterochromia, the term used to describe when someone has different-colored eyes.

Heterochromia, the term used to describe different-colored eyes, has three main types: complete, central and sectoral.

Heterochromia is relatively common in animals. Heterochromia in humans is rare compared to its frequency in, for example, domesticated cats and dogs.

While heterochromia itself is rarely inherited, it can develop due to a genetic condition.

Partial heterochromia occurs when one part of the iris is a different color than the majority. It can occur in one or both eyes and does not affect visual acuity.

Heterochromia is most often a matter of genetics, although heterochromia is occasionally the result of injury or an underlying condition.