Since ancient times, light-hued animals—specifically those that suffer from albinism—have held a special place in human society. They’ve been featured prominently and are even considered sacred in many cultures’ unique mythologies. Because they’re so rare, and because...
There’s an animal that even the most devout animal lovers probably don’t know about. It’s called the Mangalitsa, and it looks a lot like a sheep, but it’s really not a sheep. When you look closer you’ll realize… it’s really a pig! A cross between 3 different breeds of...
Melanism is a genetic pigment mutation that causes an organism to develop an excess of melanin, the natural pigment responsible for dark coloration in skin, hair, feathers, or scales. While the more widely known condition of Albinism results in stunningly white...
There are countless beautiful animal species roaming the Earth, and among them is perhaps one of the most stunning of all: the horse. Its grace, strength, speed, and intelligence has long made this animal one of mankind’s more cherished four-legged friends. The birth...
Domestic dogs have been bred to become the most diverse species on the planet, and come in a dizzying array of body shapes and sizes, ear shapes, nose lengths, and coat colors. This is quite an achievement considering that most of the 400 or so dog breeds in existence...
