15K views · 1.1K reactions | Leucism in Wildlife 懶 We recently...

11K reactions · 3.3K shares | UPDATE: We're currently caring for 200+ animals rescued from an alleged neglect situation. Donations still needed to provide critical care and veterinary treatment before they can be placed into loving homes. Please donate now. | Humane World for Animals | Facebook

Leucistic American Robin! Finally got some video of this beauty! I saw it in the driveway last weekend, then saw it again the next day. I wasn't close enough to get a good picture. I was hoping it would show up on one of the cameras! #birds #robin #birdwatching #nature #wildlife #leucistic #kalamazoo #summer What is leucism? Leucism is an abnormal condition of reduced pigmentation affecting various animals (such as birds, mammals, and reptiles) that is marked by overall pale color or patches of

34K views · 623 reactions | Have you ever seen coloration like this on a pheasant?  Lane Hennings harvested this leucistic pheasant near Waterloo recently. Leucism is a genetic condition that prevents pigments from reaching some of a bird's feathers, but their eyes and skin have normal pigmentation. Albinism is the complete lack of pigment, with all white coloration, including eyes and skin. | Iowa Department of Natural Resources | Facebook