Equine coat
Discover horse breeds that can have a Silver coat. This page gathers available profiles, examples of related breeds and useful information to better understand this coat colour.
The Silver coat: Lightened mane/tail on black or bay base; legs remain dark.
Horse coat colors depend on genetics, but also on visible traits such as mane color, lower legs, skin tone, and the presence of markings or patterns. The same coat color can therefore vary from one individual to another.
Family: Dilution
Basic genetics: Primarily dilutes black pigment, especially mane and tail, on black or bay bases.
Not to be confused with: Does not visibly affect chestnut horses.
Browse breed profiles where this coat colour is present or mentioned.
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