grey (born chestnut pearl dun)
gris (né alezan perle dun)
in this cross
Description
Unique dilution of chestnut by the Pearl gene, producing a very light, luminous apricot-pinkish shade. The Pearl gene has its most visible effect on a chestnut base or in two copies.
Visual traits
Very light, luminous apricot-pinkish body · Slightly lighter mane · Blue or amber eyes possible
Genetic basis
Extension e/e, Pearl nPrl — the Pearl gene (MATP) dilutes differently from Cream on a chestnut 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.