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harlequin /har·le·quin/ (hahr´lah-kwin) 1. having a pattern of diamond shapes, particularly in bright colors. 2. coral snake. harlequin 1. a coat color pattern that consists of irregular patches, usually gray, blue or black, on a white background. Common in Great Danes. 2. a breed of fancy rabbit with harlequin coat pattern in several colors. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The number of harlequin ducks, sea otters, and guillemots has dropped dramatically. Among the most significant declines: Loon and scoter populations at oiled sites were 86 percent lower than expected and harlequin ducks 76 percent lower than expected. Indeed, he speculates, this contamination may explain why some key mussel consumers-such as otters, harlequin ducks, and certain shore birdscontinue to suffer unabated oil-related reproductive difficulties despite low concentrations of petroleum in their water and on their home beaches. |
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