Melanism

Melanism is a genetic mutation that affects the pigment cells in a 'Buck, causing a darker color palette

R= Recessive

D= Dominant

Base design before mutation

R is when one or more parents have the R gene. R is responsible for hyperpigmentation of the skin/color palette of a 'Buck

D is when one or more parents have the D gene. D causes the color palette to receive darker-near black pigment throughout the buck