Furry fandom
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[edit] Introduction
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[edit] What is a furry?
The following definition is from the science fiction fandom and dates to November 2003:
- furry
- A subgenre in fandom involving anthropomorphic animals, mostly in comic books. aka anthro. [1]
[edit] What is furry fandom?
According to Wikipedia, "Furry fandom is a fandom devoted to anthropomorphic animal characters." [2]
[edit] Terminology
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- Fleshie - a non-furry individual
- Fursona - an individual's furry persona
- Fursuiter - a person who dresses in an animal costume (or fursuit)
- Plushie - a person who loves plush toys
- Skritching - scratching and grooming between furries
- Yiff - sexual activity or material within the furry community or featuring furry characters
[edit] Timeline
Below is a partial timeline of events that took place in this fan community.
- On April 8, 2008, a member of the furry fandom sent Encyclopedia Dramatica a DMCA takedown notice. [3]
[edit] Kerfluffles
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[edit] Community size
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[edit] External links
[edit] Sources
Below is a partial list of articles and academic sources to help you continue to learn about this community.
- Who are the furries?: Denise Winterman, BBC News Magazine, November 13, 2009.
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