FurryFandom, also known as furry community, refers to a group of people who have a fondness for anthropomorphic animal characters. It is worth mentioning that this community is unrelated to one’s sexual orientation. The term “furry” originates from the fact that many beloved animals depicted in this community are covered in fur. When this term was introduced to China, local enthusiasts translated it as “兽圈” (lit. “animal circle”). It is important to note that although fur-covered animals are commonly associated with the furry community, other creatures such as dragons, reptiles, and birds are also considered as part of this community, regardless of whether they have fur or not. Within the Chinese furry community, there are various well-known furry characters, including “熊出没” (Boonie Bears), “蓝猫淘气” (Blue Cat Naughty), “虹猫蓝兔” (Rainbow Cat and Blue Rabbit), “小虎还乡” (Tiger Returning to the Homeland), “英雄七个半” (The Hero 7.5), “黑猫警长” (Black Cat Chief Inspector), and “舒克贝塔” (Shuke and Beita). Although these characters target a younger audience, they still fall within the definition of the furry community. Additionally, even legendary characters like Sun Wukong and Zhu Bajie can be considered as furry characters.
