White fox

White fox trim
MFA# 2009.4189

Description

A non-dominant color variation of the artic fox (Alopex lagopus) found throughout the artic region. The white fox has thick grayish-brown fur in the summer and dense white fur in the winter. Their guard hairs are soft and silky. Fox pelts have been used for trim, capes, collars, and cuffs.

See also Blue fox

Synonyms and Related Terms

artic fox; polar fox; Alopex lagopus

Arctic fox, white color phase

Resources and Citations

• The American Heritage Dictionary or Encarta, via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998

• Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: "Arctic fox." [Accesseed 28 Oct. 2004]

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