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Is the white tiger its own species?
White tigers are not a species in their own right, as many people think. White tigers are created after the breeding of two Bengal tigers with a recessive gene which controls coat colour. White tigers were seen in the wild and documented in Indian literature dating back to the 15th century.
Are white tigers Bengal tigers?
White tigers originate from Bengal tigers. But as a result of a recessive gene trait, the gene which controls coat colour, white Bengal tigers can naturally occur – albeit very, very rarely, they will usually have a white coat colour and blue eyes.
Are white tigers Siberian?
White Siberian Tigers Demystified White tigers are not a separate tiger species, or subspecies, but are a result of recessive, yet rare genes that are being carried along by Bengal tigers, not Siberian tigers. Just like any other tiger subspecies, Siberian tigers are orange, and have NO white variety.
Is a white tiger an exotic animal?
Currently, several hundred white tigers are in captivity worldwide , with about one hundred being found in India . Their unique white color fur has made them popular in entertainment showcasing exotic animals, and at zoos. An additional genetic condition can result in near-complete absence of stripes, making the tiger almost pure white.
Do white tigers have any predators?
In its natural environment, the White Tiger has no predators due to the fact that it is such a big and powerful animal itself.
What are white tigers special features?
The striking feature of white tiger is the color of its fur.
Why is a white tiger called a white tiger?
The stripe color varies due to the influence and interaction of other genes. Another genetic characteristic makes the stripes of the tiger very pale; white tigers of this type are called snow-white or “pure white”.