Baby white tigers are incredibly rare and aren’t a separate species—they’re Bengal tigers with a genetic condition called leucism, which gives them their snowy white fur and icy blue eyes. This unique colouring happens when two tigers carrying the recessive white gene mate, which is extremely uncommon in the wild. Most white tigers today are found in captivity, where the gene can be carefully bred. Their rarity and striking appearance make them truly special—but also a reminder of how delicate g