Albinism is caused by a genetic abnormality that affects the production of melanin in living things.
This interferes with the cells that give hair, skin, eyes, scales, and feathers their color (or pigmentation).
Virtually any mammals can have albinism. It can also happen in birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians!
These 35 animals are affected by the condition and are some of the more unlikely creatures we’ve ever encountered! But #35, he just don’t care.
1. Vulture
This rare albino vulture flew into the backyard of a Campbell Hall, NY family. Instead of being startled, the children promptly named it Fred.
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2. Peacock
This incredible albino peacock doesn’t need color to show off his snowy, white feathers. He looks like he’s perfectly happy the way he is. We’re just not sure what potential mates think.
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Boredom Therapy
3. Bat
This little guy isn’t hiding in the shadows anywhere.
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List25
4. Rattlesnake
We fully intend to see this albino snake in our nightmares, though we have to admit he’s kind of beautiful, in a way.
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List25
5. Kangaroo
Even Austrailians, who see kangaroos everyday, stop to take pictures if they spot an albino. This guy looks quite old, so he may be living in captivity. Albino kangaroos make easy prey in the outback.
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Boredom Therapy
6. Deer
This beautiful deer probably blends right in in wintertime.
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7. Fawn
Ok, so this is also a deer, but it’s a baby and was too cute not to share. While there is some color present in the hair, you can tell it’s affected by the mutation because of its nose and eyelids.
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Boredom Therapy
8. Cardinal
Some animals have alternate sources of menalnin, so they do carry a bit of color, like this cardinal with its red wings.
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Boredom Therapy
9. Beaver
It’s so hard to keep white clean, especially when you’re beavering through a swamp.
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Boredom Therapy
10. Squirrel
This squirrel might not fit in, but that’s not stopping him from finding a fine snack.
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Boredom Therapy
11. Lemur
This baby lemur is still one of the family, hanging out on his mom’s back.
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Boredom Therapy
12. Monkey
We’re not sure what kind of monkey this is, but he looks like he’s got some frustrations he wants to share.
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Boredom Therapy
13. Giraffe
This elegant giraffe still has some spots. Other albinos of this species can be completely white.
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Boredom Therapy
14. Camel
We’re sad to see this camel at an amusement park, especially since albino camels can live out a normal lifespan of 40 years.
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Boredom Therapy
15. Catfish
People actually breed albino fish, but this big, slimy guy looks like he came as a surprise to some fishermen.
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Boredom Therapy
16. Lobster
Albino lobsters are so rare they make the news whenever someone catches one.
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Boredom Therapy
17. Elephant
Albino elephants were once considered a sign of luck, and coveted by royalty all around Asia.
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Boredom Therapy
18. Screech owl
This owl’s eyes appear red because we can see straight through his iris to the blood vessels.
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The Mind Circle
19. Zebra
This amazing zebra still has his stripes. Albino zebras are sometimes referred to as golden zebras and can have varying amounts of bronze in their hair.
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Boredom Therapy
20. Humpback whale
Migaloo the humpback was first sighted in 1991 and has become somwhat of a celebrity in Australia.
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Boredom Therapy
21. Hummingbird
We’re mesmerized by these beautiful white wings.
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Boredom Therapy
22. Iguana
It’ll take a few thousand dollars, but you can get yourself an albino iguana from a breeder. Just note that they tend to be more tan or orange in color than purely white.
23. Sea lion
You may have seen white sea lions, but this one is definitely an albino, as you can see from his pink eyes, nose, and feet.
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Boredom Therapy
24. Skunk
We have to admit that we might try to pet this one without realizing what it was!
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Boredom Therapy
25. Chipmunk
This little chipmunk won’t be any good at hiding, but it looks like he has his own little home to enjoy.
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Boredom Therapy
26. Wild turkey
This albino wild turkey has some camo advantage in the snow!
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Boredom Therapy
27. Wombat
This little wombat is very rare and was scooped up by a rescue organization in 2012 to make sure he was well taken care of.
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Boredom Therapy
28. Jackal
This guy looks cute enough to pet too, until you remember they are voracious eaters and are probably only interested in your livestock or your trash.
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Boredom Therapy
29. African porcupine
A few albino porcupines have been spotten in the U.S., but this guy is an African porcupine and is limited to that continent and parts of Italy. Just watch out, those quills hurt even though they’re colorless!
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Boredom Therapy
30. Cobra
Most albino reptiles have a bit of a bronze on them. We’d be happy to leave this one right where it is.
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Boredom Therapy
31. Ostrich
This ostrich looks like it knows just how rare and beautiful it is with its feathers blowing in the wind.
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Boredom Therapy
32. Shrimp
This shrimp almost looks like it could glow in the dark! They’re not the same as ghost shrimp though, which are nearly see-through.
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Boredom Therapy
33. Sting ray
We didn’t expect to see a stingray with this condition! Watching him move along the ocean floor must be quite a ghostly sight!
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Boredom Therapy
34. Raven
This albino raven is giving her friend a piece of her mind. When you’re one of the rarest birds in existence, I guess you can be a bit of a diva.
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Boredom Therapy
35. Honey Badger
While there are white honey badgers, this one does have the mutation, as you can see by its pink eyes. But it don’t care. It appears to be feasting on the bones of the last creature to bring it up.
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Boredom Therapy
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