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Furry fandom is a subculture centered around the appreciation of anthropomorphic animal characters, whether originating from popular culture or within the fandom itself. Activities associated with furry fandom include creating visual art and creative writing, creating and wearing costumes called fursuits, and role-playing. Many furries also create anthropomorphic characters that represent them (called "fursonas"). | Furry fandom is a subculture centered around the appreciation of anthropomorphic animal characters, whether originating from popular culture or within the fandom itself. Activities associated with furry fandom include creating visual art and creative writing, creating and wearing costumes called fursuits, and role-playing. Many furries also create anthropomorphic characters that represent them (called "fursonas"). Furries socialize with each other in online and offline settings, including furry conventions and meetups. | ||
Non-binary people are well-represented in furry fandom. Well-known non-binary furries include esports player [[SonicFox]]. | Non-binary people are well-represented in furry fandom. Well-known non-binary furries include esports player [[SonicFox]]. | ||
Genderverse FurCon, scheduled for September 2025, is a convention in Toronto, Ontario, catering to trans and gender diverse furries.<ref>"Genderverse Furcon- Into the Genderverse." Genderverse Furcon. https://genderversefurries.com/</ref> Both co-founders identify under the nonbinary umbrella (as agender and genderfluid respectively).<ref>"About the Staff". Genderverse Furcon. https://genderversefurries.com/about-the-staff/</ref> | |||
== Demographics == | == Demographics == | ||