Natural White

Marking Type: Free Marking, White Marking

This marking is free to use on any design.

Natural white (also known as free white, residual white or minimal white) is based on natural white markings found in horses. This marking will show above all other markings, and originates on the feet and muzzle of a Rukaan. This marking does not have to be symmetrical.

Natural white markings are often a sign of domestication in animals, and will tend to be be more common and more highly expressed in bloodlines which have been tame for several generations.

Marking Range and Extent

Natural White markings should always start from the hoof and move upwards along the leg, or start from the center line of the head.

Maximum Range

Shown here is the maximum range and maximum extent for the marking. Marking can cover this entire range.

Typical Expressions of Natural White

R-0175 Surtr

R-0107 AskSocks with Ermine Spots

Marking Edges

Natural White should be hard-edged and regular-looking, without any blurring or roaning of the edges. Small spots (known as ermine spots) are allowed within the marking, but should be kept minimal and never mimic Appaloosa.

Marking Color

Natural White is a white marking, and will always be white or very very slightly off-white.

R-0091 Steal

R-0080 Godid

Skin/Eye Color Effects

This marking lightens the skin to pink where it covers the skin. See the flesh color guide.

Eye color is not affected by this gene.

R-0178 Los Angeles

R-0249 Apatite

Element Effects

Effect on Metal and Gemstone elements: None

Effect on Ancient element: Can cause white on hooves and antlers. The white may cover up to 20% of the antlers and up to 100% of any hooves that are covered by the marking. See elements guide.