1. characterized by an abnormal excess of red or reddish coloration in the plumage, fur, or skin of an animal
Usage: biology, zoology; describes a color variation or mutation in animals

Examples

• The erythristic cardinal displayed unusually deep red feathers across its entire body.
• Ornithologists documented an erythristic variant of the species in the wildlife sanctuary.
• The erythristic coloration in this bird population may be linked to a recessive genetic trait.
• Unlike the typical gray plumage, this erythristic squirrel had a distinctly reddish coat.
• The zoo's erythristic python attracted considerable attention from visitors.