The white tiger is a popular animal in the U.S. Its bright coat and striking blue eyes paint a stark contrast against its orange brethren, and the rare specimen has historically drawn huge crowds to zoos and exotic animal performances. But many say the white tiger’s existence is unethical. And its future is murky.
Currently, it is estimated that there are about 200 white tigers left in the world. And that number is dwindling, due to the complicated reality of white tiger genetics.
