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    Pink-colored dholes spotted in Kaeng Krachan Forest, West Thailand

    Rare images of dholes with pinkish fur have been captured in Kaeng Krachan National Park. At least four individuals with this unusual coloration have been identified, sparking further research.


    Mongkol Chaiphakdee, head of Kaeng Krachan National Park, reported that the discovery was made through camera traps set up by the park’s research division in collaboration with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Thailand. The cameras, installed along the road from Sam Yot Checkpoint to Ban Krang, as well as at Huai Khomkrit and Ban Krang areas, captured a pack of dholes hunting deer.

    What stood out was the presence of several individuals with lighter, pinkish fur instead of the typical reddish-brown coloration found in Thai dholes. Further camera traps confirmed the existence of three more pink-colored dholes, bringing the total to four. Interestingly, some of these pink dholes belonged to different packs.


    Researchers are investigating the phenomenon to determine if the coloration could be linked to a skin condition. However, initial findings revealed no signs of illness. Genetic factors, such as pigmentation variations or albinism, are being considered as potential causes. Concerns about inbreeding were dismissed due to the expansive size and connectivity of Kaeng Krachan’s forests with other wildlife habitats.


    Further studies are underway to understand the scientific basis of this rare discovery.

    Pink-colored dholes spotted in Kaeng Krachan Forest, West Thailand - Pattaya Mail

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