Internet Colors - Set of 1035

32. Rufous Color 829 #A81C07

Rufous is a color that may be described as reddish-brown or brownish-red, as of rust or oxidized iron. The first recorded use of rufous as a color name in English was in the year 1782. The name "rufous" is derived from the meaning of "red" in Latin and is used as an adjective in the names of many animals, especially birds, to describe the color of their skin, fur or plumage.

One hundred and seventy-three birds have rufous in their name. Additionally, 16 bats and animals have rufous in their name.