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Recent Examples of pelage
However, multiple studies over the past 50 years have highlighted the distinctions between different types of giraffe based on their pelage patterns, cranial and postcranial morphology, genetics, ecology, and behavior.
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Grrlscientist, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
However, multiple studies over the past 50 years have highlighted the distinctions between different types of giraffe based on their pelage patterns, cranial and postcranial morphology, genetics, ecology, and behavior.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Most are taken in spring and fall when their pelage is out of sync with the current weather pattern.
—John Schandelmeier, Anchorage Daily News, 12 Feb. 2023
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Grrlscientist, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
However, multiple studies over the past 50 years have highlighted the distinctions between different types of giraffe based on their pelage patterns, cranial and postcranial morphology, genetics, ecology, and behavior.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Most are taken in spring and fall when their pelage is out of sync with the current weather pattern.
—John Schandelmeier, Anchorage Daily News, 12 Feb. 2023
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black.
—Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pelage
Noun
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Using natural sheep's wool and weaving the fabric by hand on traditional looms in the Carpathian Mountains, the coat was a labor of love.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Additionally, Merino wool resists odors far better than synthetic fabrics, which is a huge advantage when laundry facilities are limited.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2025
Noun
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None of Chandler's DNA was found at the murder scene, nor were any fibers found from her clothing, or any of her hair.—
Ruth Chenetz,
CBS News,
31 May 2025
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Even tucked in a cover, your duvet is exposed to particles of skin, dust, oil, sweat, pet hair, and more, requiring just as much attention in your cleaning routine as other bedding and linens.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
Noun
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The English cream is a variation of the standard and much-loved golden retriever, characterized by a coat that ranges in color from light cream to almost white.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
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Two bulls, each weighing over 1,300 pounds, ram heads and jab horns as their muscles ripple under velvety coats.—
Chang W. Lee,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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“Pelage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pelage. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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