Feather Variations

There are seven feather variations that ketucari can have.

Smooth

The first is the most common variation, referred to as "smooth feathers". As this is the default feather variation, it can occur in any breeding, even between 2 parents with non-smooth feather variations.

Fantail

Fantail is an uncommon feather type. This gene causes the feathers along the tail and crest to become longer while retaining their natural texture, unlike the phoenix mutation.

Phoenix

The phoenix gene causes the feathers to become long and silky.

Frizzle

The frizzle gene causes the feathers to take on a soft texture and lay in a tousled, messy manner.

Silkie

The silkie gene causes the feathers to take on a plush, fur-like texture.

Harpy

The harpy gene shortens the range of the crest and creates a "split tail" effect with the tail feathers.

Bald

Bald ketucari are almost completely lacking feathers. They have soft, peach-fuzz "fur" and some short feathers along their limbs.