Difference between revisions of "Blue fox"

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arctic fox; artic fox (sp); polar fox; Alopex lagopus
 
arctic fox; artic fox (sp); polar fox; Alopex lagopus
  
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* ''Encyclopedia Britannica'', http://www.britannica.com  Comment: "fox" [Accessed November 8, 2001].  
 
* ''Encyclopedia Britannica'', http://www.britannica.com  Comment: "fox" [Accessed November 8, 2001].  

Latest revision as of 13:03, 18 October 2020

Blue fox muff
MFA# 63.61

Description

The dominant color variation of the arctic fox (Alopex lagopus) found throughout the arctic region. The blue fox has thick grayish fur in the summer and blue-gray fur in the winter. Their guard hairs are fine. Fox pelts have been used for trim, capes, collars, and cuffs.

See also White fox

Arctic fox, blue color phase

Synonyms and Related Terms

arctic fox; artic fox (sp); polar fox; Alopex lagopus

Resources and Citations

  • Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them, American Book Company, New York City, 1937