Beyond Appearances: The Hidden Coat Diversity of the Sicilian Mastiff Revealed by Integrated Phenotypic and Genetic Analyses

    September 2026 in “ Veterinary Sciences ”
    Arianna Bionda, Viviana Floridia, Paola Crepaldi, Luigi Liotta
    Studysummary This study found significant inconsistencies in coat color terminology for the Sicilian Mastiff, revealing greater phenotypic diversity through photography and genetic analyses than recognized in breed registry data.
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