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Horse Color Genetics


Welcome to the site! Don't forget to explore our Equine Color Photo gallery for examples of horses of various colors and the Equine Color Forum to ask questions and discuss equine color genetics.

While at first glance color genetics can seem a daunting subject, as with anything it gets easier to understand with association and practice. Here at colorgenetics.info we strive to provide a friendly understanding environment to make learning easier. If you have a question that is not answered in the articles please don't be afraid to post to the forum. Several of our regular posters are actively involved in the field of equine color genetics and are happy to be of assistance. Other members have studied color genetics for years and while they may not be geneticists are certainly qualified to answer all but the most technical of questions.

Some links you may find useful

Getting Started With Equine Color Genetics
Dilutions in Horses This includes cream, dun, silver, pearl, and champagne.
Modifiers in Horses This covers Agouti, Gray, Sooty, Pangare, and Flaxen
Donkey Colors
Labs that Offer Horse Color Testing
A Color Dictionary with Definitions of most Common Color Terms
Foal Coat Color Calculator
References References used On Equine Color Genetics

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