The himalayan allele in rabbits produces dark fur at the extremities of the body-on the nose, ears, and feet. The dark pigment develops, however, only when a rabbit is reared at a temperature of 25°C or lower; if a Himalayan rabbit is reared at 30°C, no dark patches develop. What does this exemplify?
A) dominance
B) discontinuous characteristic
C) genetic imprinting
D) phenocopy
E) temperature-sensitive allele

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The Himalayan allele is an example of a temperature-sensitive allele, where the expression of the trait (dark fur) is influenced by the environmental temperature.

The Himalayan Allele in Rabbits Produces Dark Fur at the Extremities