18 Animals That Lost and Won the Genetic Lottery at the Same Time

White turtles, black zebras, golden tigers, pink katydids — they often don’t survive for long in the wild without the benefits of their natural coloring. However, such animals never fail to capture people's hearts.

Spirit bear: Also known as a kermode bear, it inhabits the Central and North Coast regions of British Columbia, Canada. They are not albinos either, and at least 200 individuals of their breed are creamy white. The indigenous people consider white bears sacred, and it is prohibited to hunt them. How rare is a Spirit Bear? The Spirit Bear is one of the rarest animals in the world. It is truly a transformative experience to spend time in one's presence. Current population estimates are under review and vary from 50 to 150 individuals. This elusive animal is only found in a small portion of the Great Bear Rainforest.