Understanding White Tigers: An Overview White tigers are a captivating and rare variation of the Bengal tiger, distinguished primarily by their striking white coat with dark stripes. The distinctive colouration results from a genetic condition known as leucism, which reduces the pigmentation of the fur but does not affect the colour of the eyes. Unlike albinism, leucism allows for some pigmentations. White tigers often exhibit blue eyes and are not entirely devoid of colour. The origins of white tigers can be traced back to the early 20th century, although they have captured human interest long before. The first documented sighting…