Why is this "gray" squirrel white? 🤔 It inherited a genetic mutation that interferes with the body's production of melanin, the pigment that gives it color. 🤍 This condition, called "albinism," occurs in a wide range of animals, including opossums, turtles, and humans. 👋 You can tell an animal is fully albino by its red eyes, which are colored by blood vessels that are normally hidden by colored irises. 👁 👁 Learn more about the meanings behind nature's many hues in our special exhibition, #WildColorField. 🌈