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pelage

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The covering, or coat, of a mammal, whether of wool, fur, or hair.

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However, their flippers tend to be proportionately longer, their pelage tends to be darker, and their vibrissae are more prominent. Source: Internet

Its pelage is typically more reddish and sparsely furred than the coyote's and gray wolf's, though melanistic individuals do occur. citation Its fur is generally tawny to grayish in color, with light markings around the lips and eyes. Source: Internet

In most species, the coat (pelage) is some variation of a brown colour (or several shades of brown), often with white or pale underbodies. Source: Internet

Its pelage is completely dark gray, with no collars whatsoever. Source: Internet

Pups have a black or dark brown pelage at birth. Source: Internet

Their pelage is also more gray in colour with less defined spots. Source: Internet

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