bay pearl dun
bai perle dun
in this cross
Description
Dilution of the bay coat by the Pearl gene, giving a light golden body with attenuated points. The effect is more subtle than on a chestnut base, producing a delicate, luminous coat.
Visual traits
Light golden body · Slightly attenuated points · Soft, luminous shade
Genetic basis
Extension E/-, Agouti A/-, Pearl nPrl — Pearl subtly dilutes the bay base.
The Dun gene dilutes the base coat and adds primitive wild-horse markings: a dorsal stripe along the spine, leg barring, and sometimes shoulder stripes.